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Medium 1 hr 15 min~520 kcal 9/10
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Istanbul Wet Burger
Thin beef patties tuck into tomato-garlic soaked buns, then steam until soft and glossy, just like Istanbul buffet counters.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr 30 min📖 1 min readServes 6~390 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
30 min prep 30 min cook 30 min rest
- #For Guests
- #Kid-Friendly
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Timeline
Total 1 h 30 min- Prep30 min
- Resting/Marinating30 min
- Cooking30 min
Ingredients
6 servings
Quick:
For the meatballs
- 400 g Medium fat ground beef
- 1 pcs onion
- 1 pcs egg
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) breadcrumbs
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) salt
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) black pepper
For serving
- 6 pcs hamburger bun
For the sauce
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) oil
- 3 clove garlic
- 1.5 glass(~300 ml) tomato puree
- 3 tbsp(~45 ml) ketchup
- 1 glass(~200 ml) water
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) granulated sugar
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Instructions
- 1
Mix minced meat, grated onion, egg, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper without kneading too much.
- 2
Close the mixture and let it rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
30 min30:00 - 3
Divide the mixture into 6 thin meatballs and shape them the diameter of bread.
- 4
Fry the garlic in oil for 2 minutes until fragrant.
2 min02:00 - 5
Add tomato puree, ketchup, water and granulated sugar and boil the sauce for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 6
Cook the meatballs in a hot cast iron skillet for 3 minutes on each side.
6 min06:00 - 7
Dip the bread into the sauce, cover it with the meatballs, and steam it in the pot under the lid for 5 minutes.
5 min05:00
💡 Tip: Resting the patty and steaming the bread with the sauce gives it the real wet burger texture.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve hot with pickles, buttermilk and hot pepper sauce.
Good sources
Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
⚠️ Estimated, 77% match~390
kcal calories
22
g protein
37
g carbs
17
g fat
Protein 23%Carbs 38%Fat 39%
GI 36 · Low GIGL 13 · Medium GL
4.8g
Sugar
1.5g
Fiber
437.8mg
Sodium
1.3g
Saturated fat
⚠️ Nutrition data match is limited for this recipe (77%); values are estimates.
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
Satiety (per serving)
8/10Strong satiety, counts as a main meal
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Egg
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Istanbul Wet Burger make?
This recipe serves 6.How long does Istanbul Wet Burger take?
Prep 30 minutes, cooking 30 minutes, including 30 minutes of passive resting; 90 minutes in total.Is Istanbul Wet Burger difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Istanbul Wet Burger have?
Approximately 390 kcal per serving. Protein: 22g, carbs: 37g, fat: 17g.Which allergens does Istanbul Wet Burger contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Egg. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Istanbul Wet Burger need?
This recipe needs 13 ingredients.Is Istanbul Wet Burger filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 8/10; strongly filling, works as a main meal. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.
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