Primal Patties with Plantain Buns
These primal patties with plantain buns are a delicious and healthy way to enjoy a classic burger. The patties are made with a blend of ground beef and pork, and they're seasoned with a flavorful blend of chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. The plantain buns are made with a combination of plantains, almond flour, eggs, baking powder, and salt, and they're a great alternative to traditional wheat buns.
The primal patties with plantain buns recipe was created by Serious Eats in 2015. The recipe was inspired by the popular paleo diet, which emphasizes eating whole, unprocessed foods. The primal patties are a great way to get a healthy dose of protein and fiber, and the plantain buns are a good source of complex carbohydrates. The recipe has been a hit with Serious Eats readers, and it's a great way to enjoy a classic burger without sacrificing your health.
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Prep time: 20 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, onion, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Mix well and form into patties.
  4. Place the patties in the air fryer basket and cook for 10-12 minutes, or until cooked through.
  5. While the patties are cooking, make the plantain buns.
  6. In a large bowl, combine the plantains, almond flour, eggs, baking powder, and salt.
  7. Mix well and form into buns.
  8. Place the buns in the air fryer basket and cook for 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown.
Why It Works
  • The blend of ground beef and pork creates a juicy and flavorful patty.
  • The combination of chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper gives the patties a delicious Southwestern flavor.
  • The plantain buns are a good source of complex carbohydrates and fiber.
  • The primal patties with plantain buns are a healthy and delicious way to enjoy a classic burger.