The Best Cuban Hamburger in Miami — Dining on a Dime

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is leaner, while ground pork is often less expensive.

chorizo

🥗Healthier: turkey chorizo

💰Cheaper: smoked sausage

Turkey chorizo is lower in fat, while smoked sausage can be more affordable.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns provide more fiber, while white bread can be a budget-friendly option.

potato sticks

🥗Healthier: baked sweet potato fries

💰Cheaper: homemade fries

Baked sweet potato fries are healthier, while homemade fries can save costs.

Visit El Mago De Las Fritas to try the Cubana frita.

Observe the preparation of the frita patty on a flattop griddle.

Notice the addition of a fried egg on top of the frita.

Taste the frita, noting the spiced meat and crunchy shoestring potatoes.

Try the Medianoche sandwich mash-up, which includes ham and pulled pork with the frita patty.

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