Brazilian Burgers

Sink your teeth into the bold flavors of Brazilian Burgers, a vibrant twist on the classic burger that’s packed with unique textures and tastes. This recipe combines juicy ground beef and pork with aromatic spices like paprika and cumin, as well as fresh parsley, creating patties that are bursting with savory flavor. Topped with melty mozzarella or traditional queijo coalho cheese, crisp lettuce, fresh tomatoes, and a generous helping of crunchy shoestring potatoes (batata palha), each bite offers a perfect blend of creaminess and crunch. Served on toasted buns with a duo of ketchup and creamy mayonnaise, these burgers are quick to prepare and guaranteed to impress at your next backyard barbecue or casual dinner. Ready in just 35 minutes, this Brazilian-inspired delight is the ultimate fusion of comfort food and bold South American flair!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Ground beef (80% lean)
• 250 grams Ground pork
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 0.5 units Onion, grated
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Paprika
• 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
• 1.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 teaspoons Black pepper
• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 4 units Burger buns
• 4 slices Sliced mozzarella cheese or queijo coalho
• 1 large Tomato, sliced
• 4 units Lettuce leaves
• 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
• 4 tablespoons Ketchup
• 1 cup Shoestring potatoes (batata palha)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, minced garlic, grated onion, chopped parsley, paprika, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly with your hands until everything is well incorporated.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about 1.5 cm (0.6 inches) thick. Press slightly in the center of each patty to create an indentation for even cooking.

Step 3

Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the surface.

Step 4

Place the burger patties on the hot grill pan or skillet. Cook for 4-5 minutes on one side, until browned, then flip and cook for another 4-5 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 70°C (160°F).

Step 5

When the burgers are almost done, place a slice of mozzarella or queijo coalho on each patty and let it melt (cover with a lid to speed up this process).

Step 6

Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a separate skillet for extra flavor.

Step 7

Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise and 1 tablespoon of ketchup on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 8

Layer with lettuce, a cooked burger patty, tomato slices, and a generous handful of shoestring potatoes (batata palha).

Step 9

Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1482.4 grams (1482.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3513

Total Fat 240.90g	309%
Saturated Fat 79.40g	397%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.30g
Cholesterol 710mg	237%
Sodium 5962mg	259%
Total Carbohydrate 132.10g	48%
Dietary Fiber 9.80g	35%
Total Sugars 29.30g
Protein 188.60g	377%

Vitamin D 55IU	275%
Calcium 1185mg	91%
Iron 20mg	113%
Potassium 2210mg	47%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 62.8%

Protein: 21.9%

Carbs: 15.3%