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Kalaallit burger (Greenlandic burger)

A burger inspired by the snacks of Nuuk, traditionally made with a patty of minced seal meat, seasoned with onion and served with salad. Juicy and flavorful, it is eaten with both hands.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

Optional extras

On the side

Instructions

  1. Finely chop the onion and mix it with the minced meat, the egg, salt, pepper and paprika.
  2. Shape four patties about 2 cm thick, slightly pressing a dip into the center.
  3. Heat a nonstick pan over high heat and cook the patties for 4 to 5 minutes on each side.
  4. Add the cheese on the patties during the last minute if using.
  5. Meanwhile, lightly toast the buns cut in half.
  6. Wash the lettuce and slice the tomato into rounds.
  7. Spread mayonnaise on the base of each bun, then add the lettuce, tomato and patty.
  8. Close the burger and serve right away.

Variations and tips

Beef version. Minced beef gives an identical result and is easy to find at the supermarket.

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Original Ecomely recipe.