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    Wilderness burgers made with lean meat – perfect lunch by the open-fire grill spot!

    Protein-rich ground meat dish over open fire

    • 4 servings
    • 10 ingredients
    • 6 steps
    • 430 kcal
    Juicy burger with cheese, vegetables and a sesame bun, surrounded by nature.

    Ground beef is one of the most searched-for ingredients in Sweden. Outdoors it works great to shape patties or burgers and cook them over a bed of embers or on a griddle. With lean beef you get a protein-rich option without it becoming too fatty.

    How to cook burgers over embers

    1. Let the fire burn down to steady embers.
    2. Mix the ground beef, egg and spices.
    3. Shape into four even burgers.
    4. Place on the grill grate over the embers.
    5. Fry 4–5 minutes per side.
    6. Check that the meat is cooked through.
    7. Avoid open flame – work with even embers.

    Kid-friendly adaptation

    Kids can:

    • Shape burgers
    • Prepare vegetables
    • Build your own burger

    Frying should always be supervised by an adult.

    Variations

    • Swap ground beef for ground chicken
    • Make a vegetarian version with bean-based mince
    • Add chopped onion to the mixture

    Safety

    • Stable grill site
    • Use gloves
    • Have water ready

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    Summary

    Wilderness burgers made with lean meat are a simple and protein-rich option over an open fire. It's a straightforward ground meat dish that works just as well for families as for longer outdoor stays.

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