Double-Double Protein Style Burger

• Servings: 2
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 35 min
• Difficulty: easy
• Rating: ★★★★★
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A healthier version of an In-n-Out classic.

Ingredients

Burger

• ½ lb ground beef
• 2  medium onions (finely chopped)
• 1 ripe tomato (sliced)
• 1 iceberg lettuce head (small)
• 3 teaspoons avocado oil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon black pepper

Sauce

• ¼ cup animal-style spread

Directions

1. Heat 2 teaspoons of avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
2. Add onions and the salt. Reduce the heat to medium-low, and stir occasionally until the onions are browned.
3. Add 1 tablespoon of water to the skillet and continue cooking until the water evaporates and onions begin sizzling again.
4. Repeat until the onions are dark brown and extremely caramelized, about 3 times.
5. Transfer to a bowl and let them cool.
6. Peel the lettuce to a create your “buns.” Set aside.
7. Shape the ground beef into four patties. Season with plenty of salt and pepper.
8. Heat the remaining 1 teaspoon avocado oil in a skillet over medium-high heat;
9. Swirl the oil to make a thin layer. When the oil is very hot, add the burger patties.
10. Cook the patties fully through on both sides.
11. Place one patty into the lettuce wrap. Add 1 tablespoon of sauce, followed by some caramelized onions and 1 tomato slice.
12. Repeat the step a second time for the full double-double assembly.
13. Wrap in parchment paper or aluminum foil.
14. Accompanies well with animal-style fries.
15. Enjoy!