Italian Meatball Burger
This delightful Italian Meatball Burger takes the classic comfort of Italian meatballs and transforms it into a gourmet burger experience. Savor the rich blend of herbs and spices, nestled between artisanal buns, offering a perfect balance of juicy and savory.
Ingredients
- 500 grams ground beef preferably grass-fed
- 1 cup fresh breadcrumbs made from day-old bread
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese freshly grated for best flavor
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper freshly ground
- 4 pieces artisan burger buns lightly toasted
- ½ cup marinara sauce warmed
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 1 cup arugula fresh
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, fresh breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, egg, chopped basil, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Avoid overworking the mixture as this will result in dense burgers.
- Shape the mixture into four equally-sized patties. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to allow for even cooking.
- Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat (approximately 190°C/375°F). Cook the patties for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness and are deeply browned.
- In the final two minutes of cooking, place a slice of provolone cheese on each patty, and cover the pan to allow the cheese to melt.
- Meanwhile, warm the marinara sauce in a small saucepan over low heat.
- Assemble the burger by placing a cooked patty on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Spoon a generous amount of marinara sauce over the cheese and top with a handful of fresh arugula.
- Cap with the top bun and serve immediately.
Notes
For an extra flavor boost, you may incorporate sun-dried tomatoes into the beef mixture or add a sprinkle of chili flakes for heat.
Nutrition
Calories: 628kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 40gFat: 40gSaturated Fat: 17gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 170mgSodium: 1608mgPotassium: 603mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 756IUVitamin C: 4mgCalcium: 463mgIron: 5mg
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