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Beef kale patties pack 37g of protein into tender, herb-scented little cakes that steam in the Instant Pot. Ground beef mixes with finely chopped kale, egg, almond flour, rosemary, and oregano, then shapes into eight two-inch patties. Optionally finish them on Sauté mode for a golden crust.

Beef Kale Patties

(Total Time: 25 MIN| Serves: 4)

Ingredients:
1 lb (454 g) ground beef
1 cup (240 ml) fresh kale, finely chopped
1 large egg, beaten
1 tbsp (15 ml) almond flour
1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil

Spices:
½ tsp dried rosemary, ground
½ tsp dried oregano, ground
1 tsp (5 ml) sea salt
½ tsp black pepper, ground

Directions:

1. Rinse well the kale under cold running water using a large colander. Drain and finely chop. Set aside.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, kale, egg, and flour. Mix with your hands until well incorporated. Add flour and all spices. Mix again until smooth mixture. Shape about 8 patties, approximately 2-inch in diameter.
3. Grease a fitting springform pan with some olive oil. Add the patties and set aside.
4. Plug in your instant pot and pour 1 cup (240 ml) of water in the stainless steel insert. Position a trivet on the bottom and place the pan on top. Securely lock the lid and adjust the steam release handle. Press the “Manual” button and set the timer for 15 minutes. Cook on “High” pressure.
5. When done, perform a quick release of the pressure and open the pot. Remove the pan from the pot using oven mitts. Place on a wire rack and cool completely.
6. Optionally, brown the patties on “Sauté” mode for 1 minute on both sides.
   Per Serving(Calories 279 | Total Fats 12.7g | Net Carbs: 1.9g | Protein 36.9g |Fiber: 0.7g)

Pro Tips

• Finely chop the kale after rinsing — big pieces prevent the patties from binding and poke out of the sides as they cook.
• Mix the beef and seasonings with your hands until smooth and well incorporated; overworking isn't a risk here and a tight mix holds the patties together.
• Shape all 8 patties to an even 2-inch diameter so they cook through at the same rate in the 15-minute pressure cook.
• The optional Sauté finish is worth it: a minute per side gives the steamed patties a proper golden crust.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I pan-fry these patties instead?

Yes — the Instant Pot keeps them lean and moist, but a skillet over medium heat works. Cook until no pink remains in the center.

Are they keto?

Absolutely — 1.9g net carbs per serving with nearly 37g protein makes them a perfect low-carb main.

How do I store leftovers?

Refrigerate up to 4 days or freeze between parchment layers. Rewarm in a skillet to refresh the crust.

Can I use other greens?

Spinach or finely chopped chard both work in place of kale — just squeeze out any excess moisture before mixing.

Stav Kogan

Beef Kale Patties

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Total Time 25 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Calories: 279

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Ingredients

  

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• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 cup fresh kale, finely chopped
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1 tbsp almond flour
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• ½ tsp dried rosemary, ground
• ½ tsp dried oregano, ground
• 1 tsp sea salt
• ½ tsp black pepper, ground

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Nutrition

Calories: 279kcalCarbohydrates: 2gProtein: 37gFat: 13g

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