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Wholesome Paleo Beef Burgers with Sweet Potato Buns

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A wholesome paleo burger recipe featuring juicy beef patties paired with soft, naturally sweet sweet potato buns, perfect for a gluten-free and clean eating experience.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 12 oz / 340 g), peeled and diced
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • 1/2 cup almond flour (about 50 g)
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • 1 small shallot, finely minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil, for cooking
  • Optional toppings: avocado slices, fresh arugula or baby spinach, tomato slices, paleo-friendly mayo or mustard

Instructions

  1. Place the peeled and diced sweet potatoes in a pot and cover with water. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer and cook for about 10-12 minutes, or until fork-tender. Drain well and let cool slightly.
  2. Use a fork or potato masher to mash the sweet potatoes until smooth. Let them cool completely before mixing with other ingredients.
  3. In a medium bowl, combine the mashed sweet potatoes, almond flour, baking soda, salt, melted coconut oil, and egg. Stir well until you get a sticky, thick dough. Add more almond flour if too wet.
  4. Divide the dough into 6 equal portions. With wet hands, shape each portion into a round bun about 3 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet if desired.
  5. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, minced shallot, garlic, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until well combined.
  6. Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each into a patty about 4 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Press a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
  7. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and add a small amount of coconut oil. Cook the buns for about 3-4 minutes per side until golden brown and slightly firm. Remove and keep warm.
  8. In the same skillet, add olive oil and increase heat to medium-high. Cook the patties for about 4 minutes per side for medium doneness. Let rest for 5 minutes after cooking.
  9. Assemble the burgers by placing a beef patty on a sweet potato bun, adding desired toppings, and crowning with the remaining bun half. Serve immediately.

Notes

Do not overcook sweet potatoes to avoid mushy buns. Use wet hands to shape buns to prevent sticking. Press a thumb indentation in patties to prevent puffing. Rest patties after cooking for juiciness. If buns feel too soft, broil for 1-2 minutes to firm up without drying.

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