YOUR SOLIN GENERATED RECIPE
Mozzarella Stick Beef Burger
Seared lean beef patty stuffed with melty mozzarella sticks, served on a toasted whole grain bun with crisp lettuce and vine-ripened tomatoes.
INGREDIENTS
5.5 oz 93% lean ground beef
1 whole part-skim mozzarella cheese sticks
0.5 whole whole-wheat burger bun
1 leaf romaine lettuce
2 slices tomato
0.25 tsp sea salt
0.25 tsp black pepper
0.25 tsp garlic powder
0 tsp avocado oil
PREPARATION
In a medium bowl, combine the lean ground beef with sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder, mixing gently by hand.
Divide the seasoned beef into two equal portions and press them into thin, wide circular patties.
Place the mozzarella sticks in the center of one patty, breaking them if necessary to fit within the edges.
Lay the second beef patty over the cheese and pinch the edges of both patties together firmly to create a tight seal.
Heat the avocado oil in a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high heat until shimmering.
Place the stuffed patty in the pan and sear for 5-6 minutes per side until the exterior is browned and the cheese inside is fully melted.
During the last minute of cooking, place the split whole-wheat bun cut-side down in the pan to toast until golden.
Assemble the burger by placing the lettuce and tomato on the bottom bun, followed by the mozzarella-stuffed patty and the top bun.