🥩 Carnivore Beef Patties
Description:
Carnivore Beef Patties are juicy, flavorful, protein-rich burgers made with minimal ingredients — just beef, egg (optional), salt, and fat. No breadcrumbs, no fillers, no nonsense. Perfect for quick lunches, meal prep, or pairing with eggs for breakfast. They’re versatile, freezer-friendly, and endlessly satisfying.
🥘 Ingredients:
- 1 lb (450g) ground beef, preferably 80/20 or 85/15
- 1 egg (optional — adds moisture and helps bind)
- ½ tsp salt, or to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper (optional)
- 1 tbsp beef tallow, butter, or ghee, for cooking
- Optional:
- ½ tsp garlic powder (for relaxed carnivore)
- Shredded cheese mixed in or melted on top
- Liver mince or heart meat for organ-rich patties
🔪 Instructions:
- Preheat skillet or grill to medium-high heat.
- Prepare the mixture:
- In a bowl, mix ground beef with salt (and egg or other additions, if using).
- Divide into 3–4 equal portions and form into patties. Press a slight dimple in the center to prevent puffing.
- Cook the patties:
- Add tallow or butter to the hot skillet.
- Cook patties for about 3–4 minutes per side (for medium), depending on thickness.
- Don’t press down on them — keep the juices inside!
- Rest and serve:
- Let patties rest for 2–3 minutes before serving.
📝 Notes:
- Use fattier beef (75/25) for more moisture and satiety.
- Skip the egg for a firmer, meatier texture (still delicious!).
- If using lean beef, definitely add some fat or cheese to compensate.
💡 Tips:
- Make mini patties for meal prep sliders or kids’ lunches.
- Add cooked bacon crumbles inside for a flavor upgrade.
- Double or triple the batch and freeze extras for quick meals.
- Serve with a fried egg on top, or alongside bone broth or organ butter for added nutrients.
🍽️ Servings:
Makes 3–4 patties
Serves 2–3 people, depending on size and appetite
⚡ Nutritional Info (Per Patty – Approximate, no cheese or egg):
Based on 4 patties per pound of 80/20 beef
- Calories: 280
- Protein: 22g
- Fat: 22g
- Carbs: 0g
- Fiber/Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: ~300mg (with salt)
✅ Benefits:
- 100% carnivore-approved: meat, fat, and optional egg or cheese
- Gluten-free, grain-free, zero-carb
- High in bioavailable protein, iron, B12, and zinc
- Excellent for muscle building, keto, and weight loss
- Quick and easy — ready in under 15 minutes!
❓ Q&A
Q: Can I bake or air fry them instead of pan-frying?
A: Yes! Bake at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 min or air fry at 375°F (190°C) for 8–10 min, flipping halfway.
Q: Can I make them with organ meat?
A: Absolutely. Mix 10–20% finely ground liver or heart with beef for a nutrient-packed version.
Q: Do I have to use egg?
A: No, it’s optional. The patties hold well on their own with ground beef alone.
Q: Can I meal prep and freeze these?
A: Yes! Cook, cool, and freeze. Reheat in skillet, microwave, or air fryer.
Q: Can I eat these for breakfast?
A: Definitely — pair with eggs, bone broth, or even leftover steak!