I'm craving burgers- HELP!

JulaMonster

Two words- Worchestershire sauce! And a few more words - buffalo or elk- buffalo will be easier to find than elk, unless you can find a game processor nearby, or are yourself a hunter or related to/close friends with one

And on a more regular basis, don't turn your nose up at Boca Burgers... their regular 'grilled' ones (can't remember the actual name) are excellent and can certainly help curb a more frequent craving (since you probably don't want to eat real burgers on a daily basis)

NeuroticVirgo

It won't be as juicy, but use a leaner ground beef like 93/7

This...I use 93/7 or 96/4...buuuut that's because then I pile on some swiss cheese, and mushrooms, and onions. Or I'll do some a burger with 2-3 slices of bacon, cheese and lettuce and tomato.

lastly I use 40 calorie bread instead of a bun...its a little disappointing, but really its all about the burger anyways.

My burgers still get up there for calories, but they are much bigger, tasty and keep you full longer than a McDouble etc.


Example - 4 oz lean beef 96/4, 6 oz mushrooms sliced, half an onion, 1 slice sargento reduced fat cheese, 2 slices Natures own 40 calorie bread (toasted) = 300 calories. ... and almost a pound of food...

sharoniballoni

I just buy extra lean 1/4 lb beef patties and use those 100 calorie sandwich thins instead of a regular bun. It's relatively low cal that way and I find it delicious! It's just sort of small, so I eat 2 cups of broccoli and cauliflower or a big salad first to fill my belly and then enjoy my delicious burger. Yum!

garyl7593

I eat venison burgers....very low fat,good on protein just as tasty(add a bit of mozzarella light) = Low Fat Muscle Builder

It almost feels like cheating.lol

mlc3409

Bison if you can find it is very Lean. I would say JUST HAVE YOUR BURGER!! The best way I can think of is to use the Leanest hamburger, add some Onion soup mix broil them up and then have it on a bed of salad with some Fat Free Dressing and cheese. Make it like a Burger Salad. Leave out the bread and just Enjoy!!

If you star Depriving yourself of your craves then you are more likely to binge. Don't cave just control how you eat what you crave.

GOOD LUCK and ENJOY

tigersword

Simple is better as far as burgers go. My burger recipe? Ground meat (I grind it myself, that way I know exactly what I'm getting,) salt, pepper. Cook, and eat. I'm a purist, I like my burger to taste like beef, not stuff. :laugh:

davidherling

Oh, one other thought, get some filet mignon, beef tenderloin cut into medalions. Slice them thinner, say to 1 inch thickness, then grill on something nice and hot just to sear the outside (filet mignon cooks quickly and has very little fat so overcooking will dry it out), then serve it on a bun. Very lean cut of meat, and tender enough to eat like a burger. Give in to the crave, just watch your portions.

BrandNewMia

We are actually having burgers tonight. I PLAN for it - I put it on my diary first, then plan the rest of my day around it. Today we're having 80/20 burgers because that's all we have and I can't go to the grocery before dinner, but usually a 93/7 burger is what I prefer. Cook it slow (medium low setting) and it will still be pretty juicy if you don't over cook it. After I add my exercise calories to my diary, I won't be over and it will be a great, nutritious day with lots of protien :happy:

I live by that "eveything in moderation" mantra. Planning is key.

jgic2009

I use lean ground beef, and mix in worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, and salt & pepper before forming my patties.

Mmm, burgers.

Front_Runner

Grilled burgers, so the fat drips out (as opposed to fried in the pan). And I say go ahead and eat a burger! I eat them once and a while (at a brew pub)... I will sub salad for the fries, and pass the cheese and mayo. I'll cut the burger in half... eat my salad and half the burger. If I'm honestly still hungry, I'll eat the other half... but usually I just take it home and stick it in the fridge! ) No need to totally deprive yourself. I'm sure you're doing an awesome job! Cheers.

lynheff

I use the lean beef, grill it and add lots of lowfat toppings. I love mustard, saurkraut ( hey, is't MY dream burger) onions and pickles. That type of thing adds lots of flavor and not many calories. Keeps me from feeling deprived. I tried some of the Not meat things but wasn't impressed. Some recipes recommend ground chicken or turkey patties but you have to read the label since some of those are higher in fat and calories than the lean beef. . Good luck,

k8vic

I use extra lean ground bison (which has same calories and fat as skinless chicken breast but still looks and tastes like beef)
Use a lower calorie barbeque sauce IN the burger before you grill it.

inspirem

I combine lean ground beef, ground turkey, low sodium Worcestershire sauce, red onions, grated carrots, finely chopped spinach, ketchup, mustard, sea salt, pepper medley, and smoked paprika, together, then form patties and cook on the grill and if I am not in the mood for a bun I take green lettuce leaves and wrap it around the burger, also I add muenster, provolone, or cheddar cheese sometimes when I am wanting a gooey burger!..this helps me with my cravings because If i could, I would eat a charbroiled burger at least 3 times a week! Lot less calories and a whole lot better than fast food or restaurant burgers!

JennW130

It won't be as juicy, but use a leaner ground beef like 93/7

this is what i was going to suggest

mlc3409

We are actually having burgers tonight. I PLAN for it - I put it on my diary first, then plan the rest of my day around it. Today we're having 80/20 burgers because that's all we have and I can't go to the grocery before dinner, but usually a 93/7 burger is what I prefer. Cook it slow (medium low setting) and it will still be pretty juicy if you don't over cook it. After I add my exercise calories to my diary, I won't be over and it will be a great, nutritious day with lots of protien :happy:

I live by that "eveything in moderation" mantra. Planning is key.

Great Information!!! It is the best way to enjoy the foods you tend to Cut out the most.

engineman312

now i'm craving burgers.... mmmmm, burgers.

zippo32

martinbeks

I'm thinking of switching to sliders and oven-baked fries to satisfy that urge for burgers and fries. We'll just have two 1 oz patties on the tiny buns, add the fixins and have a salad on the side. :happy:

I should totally make sliders this weekend! Love them!

MiniMichelle

Making your own burgers will always be lower in calories because you can control everything.

Just make a smaller size burger with all the fixings...

Sabresgal63

Yes, buy ground sirloin, add some onions and seasoning to it, put it on the grill. Serve it on a 100 calorie bun with lettuce, tomato and a pickle or what ever your heart desires. Never deprive yourself a little of something:bigsmile:

sexycheesemonkey

Well...most everyone has already answered...lol lean ground beef, bison or venison. I dont use regular burger buns with my burgers, I get portabella caps and use those instead, no need for ketchup or mustard, just the mushrooms, onions, lettuce tomatos, maybe some pickles or relish, the burger and voila! those work well with chicken sandwiches as well!

Sabresgal63

I use 93/7 beef add liquid smoke montreal steak seasoning and cook medium rare. Instead of using a bun I sautee onion and mushroom using a spritz of PAM put that on top with a little low fat blue cheese and steak sauce crumble a slice of low fat bacon over the top and garnish with a dill pickle. YUMMY!

Oh my goodness does that sound delicious..................Mmmmmm

Elisa500

Try a Turkey burger or have one reguklar burger with no fries or soda!

dmpizza

Grill a burger, leave it medium/well so it is still juicy and add low calorie toppings like mustard or salsa.

HotSoupGirl

Yup.. Deb said just about what I was going to say. 97% ground beef. I use wonder light bread(I like the patty melt thing).. And then a burger doesn't end up with more calories than a sandwhich..

Pretty tasty.

momma3sweetgirls

My sister chops up mushrooms (very fine) and adds that to the beef. You don't even notice the mushrooms and the burger is nice and juicy.

wannabehealthy1980

Go eat one, and work it off later.

nowornever47

I use 93/7 beef add liquid smoke montreal steak seasoning and cook medium rare. Instead of using a bun I sautee onion and mushroom using a spritz of PAM put that on top with a little low fat blue cheese and steak sauce crumble a slice of low fat bacon over the top and garnish with a dill pickle. YUMMY!

^ Oh, my - yumm! Sometimes you just have to have that beef burger to fill that craving... sorry - Turkey burgers are also on my diet 90% of the time but won't take the place of a good 'ole beef burger... I have to try this one above - and you're right, cut out the bun or half the bun even ... or make it light/wheat roll for less calories and certainly watch those fries - there are ways so as to NOT make it 1300 calories, right? hehe LOVE all the suggestions here!

sjv1966

THE BUN is key! Hamburger buns can have hundreds of calories if you are not careful. Look for low cal buns or use light bread and have a patty melt.

mirrim666

Another vote for ground Ostrich for burgers. Low fat and tons of flavor. I also love grilled pineapple on my burgers.