Low Carb Veal and Porcini Mushroom Burger
A gourmet and satisfying sandwich, designed for those who love intense flavors but want to stay in the low-carb world. Veal, porcini, bacon, and cheese blend in a symphony of taste, wrapped in a protein-rich and light bun.
🥜 Ingredients (for 1 sandwich, approx. 260 g)
- Low-carb hamburger bun: 1
- Minced veal: 80 g
- Fresh porcini mushrooms: 25 g (finely chopped)
- Crispy bacon: 20 g
- Caramelized onion: 20 g
- Sliced cheddar cheese: 25 g
- Grilled zucchini: to taste
- Lettuce leaves: to taste
- Salt and pepper: to taste
⚖️ Preparation
🥩 1. Prepare the meat
- Season the minced meat with salt and pepper, then form an 80g flat burger patty.
🍽 2. Cook the burger
- In a hot pan with a drizzle of oil, cook the burger for 4–5 minutes per side.
- During the last two minutes, place a slice of cheddar over the meat and cover with a lid to melt it.
🌟 3. Prepare the toppings
- Onion: finely slice and cook over medium-low heat with a drizzle of oil until golden.
- Porcini mushrooms: sauté in a pan with oil until golden.
- Zucchini: grill until soft and slightly charred.
- Bacon: cook in a pan until crispy, then drain on absorbent paper.
🥖 4. Assemble the sandwich
- Cut the bun in half and lightly warm it.
- Place the lettuce leaves on the bottom half.
- Position the burger with melted cheese.
- Add the mushrooms, onion, zucchini, and finally the crispy bacon.
- Close with the top half of the bun.
📊 Nutritional values (per complete sandwich of approx. 260 g)
| Value | Per 100 g | Complete sandwich (260 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Energy content | 794 kJ / 191 kcal | 2191 kJ / 526 kcal |
| Fats of which saturated fatty acids |
11.73 g 4.57 g |
32.38 g 12.60 g |
| Carbohydrates of which sugars |
3.35 g 1.54 g |
9.25 g 1.54 g |
| Fibre | 12.39 g | 34.19 g |
| Proteins | 12.72 g | 35.12 g |
| Salt | 1.29 g | 3.55 g |
Values are calculated based on standard ingredients and may vary slightly depending on the final composition of the sandwich.
📅 Note: This sandwich demonstrates that even a "substantial" and gourmet dish can be compatible with a low-carb lifestyle. Ideal for enjoying without guilt!