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moose burger recipe
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This hearty moose burger recipe features lean ground moose patties enhanced with finely minced onion, garlic, and a sticky maple-smoked paprika glaze. It’s a high-protein, flavorful weeknight dinner that can be pan-fried, grilled, or air-fried for a memorable meal.
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb ground moose meat
- 0.5 small yellow onion, very finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large egg
- 0.5 cup panko breadcrumbs (ensure vegetable-based) (or use finely crushed gluten-free crackers for a GF swap)
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp olive oil, plus more for cooking (or avocado oil for a neutral taste)
- 0.33 cup pure maple syrup
- 2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1.5 tsp alcohol-free Dijon mustard
- 4 burger buns (ensure vegetable-based)
- 4 large leaves crisp lettuce
- 1 medium tomato, thinly sliced
- 0.25 red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients and Form Patties: In a large bowl, gently combine the ground moose meat, finely minced yellow onion, minced garlic, egg, panko breadcrumbs, sea salt, and black pepper. Mix just until everything is incorporated, avoiding overworking the meat. Form the mixture into 4 equal patties, about 1 inch thick, making a small indent in the center of each.
- Prepare the Glaze: Whisk together the pure maple syrup, smoked paprika, apple cider vinegar, and alcohol-free Dijon mustard in a small bowl until smooth. Set aside.
- Cook the Patties: Choose your preferred method. (Pan-Frying) Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat with 1 tbsp olive oil. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to desired doneness. During the last 2-3 minutes, generously brush glaze over both sides, allowing it to caramelize. (Grilling) Preheat grill to medium-high heat. Grill patties for 4-7 minutes per side, flipping once. Brush generously with glaze during the final 2-3 minutes. (Air Frying) Air fry at 375F (190C) for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway. Brush glaze on during the last 3-4 minutes.
- Toast Buns: While burgers rest for a few minutes, lightly toast the burger buns (cut sides down) in the same skillet, under a broiler, or on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until golden.
- Assemble and Serve: Place a crisp lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with a moose patty, then add slices of fresh tomato and red onion. Drizzle generously with any remaining maple-smoked paprika glaze and sprinkle with fresh chopped parsley. Serve immediately.
Notes
To keep patties juicy, avoid overworking the meat; finely grate onion or zucchini for tenderness. For gluten-free, use GF buns or lettuce wraps; for low-carb, serve over a salad. Quality ground moose meat can be found at specialty butchers or online wild game retailers. If the glaze starts to burn too quickly, lower the heat slightly to allow it to caramelize without scorching.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling, Pan-Frying, Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approx 250 g)
- Calories: 480 calories
- Sugar: 20 g
- Sodium: 450 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 60 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 38 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg