YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Mozzarella Stick Beef Burger with Marinara
Pan-seared lean beef patty topped with gooey melted mozzarella sticks and zesty marinara sauce, served on a toasted bun for a savory, high-protein bite.
INGREDIENTS
4 oz Ground beef
1 oz Part-skim mozzarella cheese
0.5 whole Thin whole wheat bun
0.25 cup Marinara sauce
0.25 tsp Sea salt
0.25 tsp Black pepper
0.25 tsp Garlic powder
0.25 tsp Dried oregano
1 cup Fresh arugula
PREPARATION
In a medium bowl, season the ground beef with sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and dried oregano.
Form the seasoned beef into a wide patty, slightly larger than the bun to account for shrinkage during cooking.
Slice the part-skim mozzarella cheese into thick stick-shaped strips.
Heat a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat and sear the patty for 4-5 minutes on the first side until a crust forms.
Flip the patty and arrange the mozzarella sticks in a cross-hatch pattern on top, then cover the pan for 2 minutes to melt the cheese.
Lightly toast the whole wheat bun in a separate pan or toaster until the edges are golden and crisp.
Assemble the burger by placing fresh arugula on the bottom bun, followed by the cheesy beef patty and a generous drizzle of warm marinara sauce.