CIRCUS BURGERS (WITH LEAN GROUND BEEF AND CHIA SEEDS)
I love to cook creatively. One night I had thawed a pound of lean, grange fed, ground beef, to put on the grill. But, I didn't want plain burgers. I started adding what I thought would give the burgers good flavor and texture. I think it started with grated carrots, caramelized onion and garlic, and went from there. When my hubby brought them in from the grill, I was pleasantly surprised, that they smelled so great, and tasted awesome. They taste great on a bun, with lettuce and tomato, but we had them, that night, with buttered bow tie pasta, and a simple salad. My husband named them, when we talked about serving them to our grandson, who can be a picky eater. He said we should give them a fun name, and maybe he would be more willing to eat them. He suggested "Circus Burgers", because of the orange, of the carrot. Well, Joshua loves them, and the name has stuck. :D
Provided by Devonviolet
Categories Meat
Time 21m
Yield 6 Meat patties, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Combine Chia Seeds and 1/2 cup water. Stir constantly, for 1/2 - 1 minute. The seeds will quickly form a gelatinous coating, which will absorb the water. Let the seeds set, to thicken. After about 15 minutes, you will have a thick mixture, that can be added to the meat mixture, when it is ready to mix. This will help bind it all together, and add moisture. Chia seeds do not have any flavor, of their own. They add moisture, fiber and oodles of nutritional value to your food.
- In fry pan, add chopped onion and oil. Mix well, to cover onion with oil. Spread onion evenly in pan.
- Add 1 Tablespoon water and cover with tight fitting lid. Heat over medium heat, until water bubble. Turn heat to low and simmer for five minutes, or until onion is translucent.
- Remove lid, and increase heat to medium low. Stir gently, until the onion starts to caramelize. At this point add minced garlic, and stir, for another minute. Remove from heat, and cover, until the remainder of mixture is complete.
- In medium mixing bowl, add ground meat, grated carrots, caramelized onion/garlic mixture, Chia Seeds, and seasonings. Combine well, with hands (I wear plastic gloves), or large spoon.
- Form into 3-1/2 to 4 inch patties, that are about 1/2 inch thick. These can be immediately cooked, on the grill, for approx 3 minutes per side, depending on how well you like them cooked. Or . . .
- Place on cookie sheet and place in freezer. The patties should be frozen through in about an hour or less. We have found that it is easier to get a nicely cooked outside and still have a slightly pink center, when we cook them from frozen. This takes a little less than 4 minutes on the first side, and three minutes on the second side. The final result will be determined by your grill, so watch them closely the first time you cook them.
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Amonzonbox
[email protected]These burgers are just okay. They're not bad, but they're not amazing either.
Md Rony
[email protected]I'm not sure what went wrong, but my burgers fell apart on the grill. I think I might have overcooked them.
Kimberlee Powell
[email protected]These burgers were a little dry for my taste. I think I would add some more moisture next time, either by using a fattier ground beef or by adding some extra liquid to the mixture.
Shakirah Nantongo
[email protected]I'm always looking for new burger recipes, and this one is definitely a winner. The burgers are juicy and flavorful, and the chia seeds add a nice crunch.
Tech Mari 4
[email protected]These burgers are a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables. They're packed with flavor, and the chia seeds add a healthy boost.
SP MAAX GAMING
[email protected]I've made these burgers several times now, and they're always perfect. I love how versatile they are - you can dress them up or down depending on your mood.
David Morgan
[email protected]I'm not a huge fan of chia seeds, but I didn't even notice them in these burgers. They just added a nice texture.
niko karabet
[email protected]These burgers are so easy to make, and they're always a hit with my family. I love that I can feel good about feeding them something that's both healthy and delicious.
Pranavan Arumuganathan
[email protected]I love the smoky flavor that the grilled burgers have. They're perfect for a summer cookout.
Rolling Thunder
[email protected]I'm always looking for new ways to make healthy burgers, and this recipe is a keeper. The burgers are juicy and flavorful, and the chia seeds add a nice nutritional boost.
Danny Orama
[email protected]These burgers are delicious! The combination of the lean ground beef, chia seeds, and spices is perfect.
Pieter Nienaber
[email protected]I made these burgers for a party, and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and I even got requests for the recipe.
Lovely Om
[email protected]I used a combination of ground beef and ground turkey, and the burgers turned out great. I think they were even more flavorful than if I had used just beef.
Lourdes Ponce
[email protected]These burgers were easy to make and cooked evenly. I didn't have any problems with them falling apart on the grill.
Gamming Studio_247
[email protected]I was skeptical about the chia seeds, but they actually worked really well in the burgers. They added a nice texture and didn't overpower the flavor of the beef.
Barry Brown
[email protected]I love that this recipe uses lean ground beef, which makes it a healthier option. The burgers were still very flavorful and satisfying.
Cornellius Kipkemboi
[email protected]These burgers were a hit with my family! They were juicy and flavorful, and the chia seeds added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making them again.