Day 6 Lunch: Grilled Burger Patty, Gruyere + Fried Egg
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
10 minutes
Serves:
1
Level:
Beginner
About the Recipe
A juicy, grilled burger patty topped with rich, melted Gruyere cheese and crowned with a perfectly fried egg. Simple yet decadent, this meat-centric lunch delivers satisfying flavors in every bite.
Ingredients
6-8 oz ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
1-2 slices Gruyere cheese (optional dairy)
1 large egg
1 tablespoon butter or beef tallow (for cooking)
Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Preparation
Grilled Burger Patty:
Form Patty: Gently form ground beef into a burger patty, seasoning generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
Grill Patty: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook burger patty for 4-5 minutes per side, until nicely browned and cooked to desired doneness.
Add Cheese: During final minute of cooking, place Gruyere slices on top of burger, allowing them to melt.
Fried Egg:
Cook Egg: In a separate skillet, melt butter or beef tallow over medium heat. Crack egg gently into pan and cook until whites are set and yolk reaches desired doneness (about 2-3 minutes).
Cooking Tip: Keep yolk slightly runny for a flavorful sauce-like finish.
Plate & Serve: Place burger patty onto a plate and carefully top with fried egg. Serve immediately.
Meat Lover’s Keto-Carnivore Flavor Boost Options:
Bacon Strips: Add crispy bacon slices under the egg for extra savory crunch.
Hot Sauce (clean, sugar-free): Drizzle lightly on top for spicy warmth.
Caramelized Onions (minimal): Top burger with lightly caramelized onions for natural sweetness.
Steak Butter: Place a small pat of garlic-herb butter on the hot burger patty for luxurious flavor.
Recipes Created by BloodSugarChef.com
Meal Plan by American Diabetes Society