Ostrich Burger

Making an ostrich burger is a flavorful and lean alternative to traditional beef burgers. Here's a basic recipe:

Ingredients:

- 1 lb (450g) ground ostrich meat

- 1/4 cup finely chopped onion

- 1-2 cloves garlic, minced

- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard

- Salt and pepper to taste

- Burger buns

- Toppings of your choice (lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, etc.)

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground ostrich meat, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, Worcestershire sauce, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.

2. Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty. Make sure the patties are slightly larger than the burger buns, as they will shrink slightly when cooked.

3. Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush the grill grates with oil to prevent sticking.

4. Place the ostrich burger patties on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. Ostrich meat is lean and cooks quickly, so be careful not to overcook it to avoid dryness.

5. While the burgers are cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill until lightly golden.

6. Once the burgers are cooked through, remove them from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.

7. Assemble the ostrich burgers by placing each cooked patty on a toasted bun and adding your desired toppings.

8. Serve the ostrich burgers immediately and enjoy!

Ostrich burgers are delicious served with classic burger toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese, or you can get creative with your toppings to suit your taste preferences. They pair well with a side of fries, coleslaw, or a crisp salad. Enjoy your flavorful and lean ostrich burgers!