High Protein Five Guys Patty Melt

Serves 3
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Directions

  1. 1Add salt and pepper to the lean ground beef, mix well, and form six equal balls for the secret sauce.
  2. 2Mix all secret sauce ingredients until really smooth.
  3. 3In a pan over medium heat, add sliced onions.
  4. 4Stir until soft, then add balsamic vinegar and brown stevia.
  5. 5Stir for another 6 minutes until they become beautiful and brown.
  6. 6Clean the pan, add a little more cooking spray, and smash the beef balls down to get a crispy sear on both sides.
  7. 7Place a slice of light cheese on top of each patty and let it melt.
  8. 8Repeat to stack another patty.
  9. 9Take a brioche bun, flip the base, add cheese and secret sauce.
  10. 10Add your double smash patty and caramelized onions.
  11. 11Add more secret sauce and the top bun.
  12. 12Pan-fry on each side for 1-2 minutes until nice and crispy.

Ingredients

  • 600 g lean ground beef (5% or less)
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp black pepper
  • 6 light cheese slices (brand Tesco)
  • 1 large red or pink onion
  • 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
  • 15 g brown stevia (brand Pure via)
  • Cooking spray
  • 50 g reduced sugar ketchup (brand Heinz)
  • 40 g light mayo (lighter than light mayo Heinz)
  • 5 g American mustard
  • 1 Tsp honey
  • Chopped chives
  • Black pepper to taste
  • 3 light cheese slices
  • 3 Aldi brioche buns (149 cals each)

Equipment

pan

Tips

  • Toast the patty melts in the pan on medium to low heat, being careful when flipping over.
  • You can use a plate over the top to help flip the patty melts.