Gricia style beef burger

By the GetYourMacros team · 31 August 2026

A gourmet burger inspired by Roman tradition, featuring sharp pecorino cheese and crispy guanciale.

• Time 20 min
• Course One-dish meal
• Diet Omnivore
• Cuisine Italian
• Allergens gluten, dairy

Ingredients (1 serving)

• 1 Burger buns (60 g)
• 180 g Lean beef mince (5% fat)
• 20 g Guanciale (cured pork jowl)
• 20 g Pecorino romano
• 40 g Salad greens
• 50 g Tomatoes
• Black pepper to taste

Quantities are for one serving: multiply by the number of people. Calories and macros are computed on the app's food database, ingredient by ingredient.

Method

1. Cut the guanciale into strips and place them in a cold non-stick pan over medium heat.
2. Cook until the guanciale is translucent and crispy, then remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess fat.
3. Form a burger patty with the lean beef mince, pressing it firmly and seasoning with plenty of black pepper.
4. In the same pan used for the guanciale, sear the burger for 4 minutes per side until a crust forms.
5. Place the sliced pecorino cheese on top of the hot meat during the last minute and cover with a lid to melt it.
6. Lightly toast the burger bun in the pan until golden.
7. Assemble the burger by placing the lettuce, tomato slices, the pecorino-covered beef patty, and finally the crispy guanciale.

Tips

• Draining the guanciale on paper towels is key to keeping the burger savory without it being too greasy.
• For extra creaminess, mix a teaspoon of pecorino with a splash of hot water to create a small 'gricia' sauce to spread on the bun.

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