Kimchi Kraze Elk Burger
February 24, 2025
Fossil Farms is a pioneer in healthy and sustainable alternatives to conventional red meat. They specialize in providing the highest-quality farm-raised game, game birds, exotic meats and all natural meats in the country.
This recipe uses ground elk in place of ground beef. Fossil Farms’ elk are grass-fed and are never given antibiotics, steroids or hormones. With a similar color, elk tastes like a cross between venison and beef.
SERVINGS
4
PREP TIME
20 min
COOK TIME
10 min
Ingredients
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11-lb. package Fossil Farms Ground Elk
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1/2teaspoon ground cumin
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1/2teaspoon salt
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1/4teaspoon black pepper
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1/4teaspoon garlic powder
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4Swiss cheese slices
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4sesame seeded potato buns
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2tablespoons butter, softened
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1head Bibb lettuce
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1/2cup kimchi
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1/2teaspoon vegetable oil
Directions
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1
Form the ground elk into four burger patties. Place the patties on a small baking tray and season with salt, black pepper, cumin and garlic powder on both sides.
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2
Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. If using a skillet, lightly oil it to prevent sticking.
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3
Place the burger patties onto the grill or skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked medium. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of Swiss cheese on top of each patty and allow it to melt.
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4
While the burgers are cooking, toast the sesame potato buns either on the grill or in a toaster. Once toasted, spread a thin layer of butter on the cut sides of each bun.
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5
To assemble the burgers, place the burger patties with the melted Swiss cheese on the bottom half of each bun. Then, place a leaf of Bibb lettuce on top of the patty.
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6
Add a generous spoonful of kimchi on top of the lettuce and top with the buns.