Our Ground Ostrich is Pure meat. We never add any fillers. This Ground Ostrich has a blend of less than 5% fat and is greater than 95% lean. These Ostrich Burgers are the perfect substitute for any ground beef recipe. Cook to medium rare to keep this lean meat juicy and flavorful.
Recipe
Fossil Farms Ostrich Burger with Homemade Buns

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Ingredients - Sauce
3/4 cup yogurt
1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
2 tsp. dill, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 cup cucumber, grated
Method - Sauce
* Sauce should be prepared 1 day in advance to maximize flavors.
1. Mix all ingredients in small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
2. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate.
Ingredients - Burgers & Buns
1 pkg. Fossil Farms’ Ostrich Burgers
Fresh radish sprouts or lettuce
2 cups warm water
1 1/2 tbsp. active dry yeast
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2/3 cup white sugar
1 1/2 tsp. salt
6 cups bread flour
Method - Buns
1. In a large bowl, dissolve sugar in warm water, then stir in yeast. Allow to proof until yeast resembles a creamy foam.
2. Mix salt and oil into yeast, then add in flour one cup at a time.
3. Knead dough on lightly floured surface until smooth.
4. Place in a well-oiled bowl and turn dough to coat. Cover bowl with damp cloth or plastic wrap and allow mix to rise until almost doubled in size (about 1 hour).
5. Punch dough down, then knead for a few minutes and divide into rounds. Place rounds on a sheet tray lined with parchment paper.
6. Brush tops of buns with olive oil and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Allow buns to rise for about 15-30 minutes.
7. Bake in oven at 350 degrees F for 30 minutes.
Equipment:
Grill or cast iron pan
Oven
2 mixing bowl
Whisk
Cutting board
Sharp knife
Grater
1 large bowl
Damp cloth or plastic wrap
Sheet tray with parchment paper
Method - Burgers
1. Grill or pan sear to medium rare for best quality.
2. If desired, melt your favorite cheese. Try it with Red Dragon cheese - a sharp cow’s milk cheese with whole grain mustard.
3. Top with fresh radish sprouts or lettuce.