Brazilian Feijoada-Inspired Burger
Inspired by the rich flavors of Brazil's beloved Feijoada, this burger marries the deep, smoky essence of a traditional Brazilian stew with the classic comfort of a juicy burger. Juicy and packed with bold spices, it's a mouth-watering twist on an iconic dish that honors its culinary heritage.
Ingredients
Patties
- 500 grams ground beef preferably organic, with a rich fat content
- 200 grams pork sausage removed from casing and crumbled
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
Toppings & Assembly
- 4 medium burger buns lightly toasted
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced into rings
- 4 slices gouda cheese or another creamy, meltable cheese
- 1 cup arugula washed
- ½ cup black beans cooked, and slightly mashed
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, crumbled pork sausage, minced garlic, smoked paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Form the mixture into four equally-sized patties, slightly larger than the buns to account for shrinkage during cooking.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they reach an internal temperature of 70°C (160°F). For a juicier result, leave the patties slightly pink inside.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of gouda cheese on each patty. Cover briefly to melt the cheese.
- Assemble the burgers: Spread the slightly mashed black beans on the bottom half of each bun, place the cheese-topped patty on top, add the arugula, and finish with a few rings of red onion. Top with the other half of the bun and serve with optional hot sauce on the side.
Notes
- For a more authentic touch, add some finely chopped cooked bacon to the meat mixture.
- To save time, you can prepare and shape the patties a day in advance. Store them covered in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
Nutrition
Calories: 742kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 43gFat: 49gSaturated Fat: 20gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 20gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 159mgSodium: 864mgPotassium: 712mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 580IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 328mgIron: 6mg
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