Unleash the Juicy Secret: Burger’s Alternative to Beef!

As a detective, I first looked at the clue ‘Beef alternative in burgers’ and started to brainstorm alternative meats that are typically found in burgers. My mind quickly went through options like turkey, chicken, bison, and venison, but what stood out to me was the word ‘alternative’. This led me to think outside of the ordinary meats and consider more unique options. I then thought of game meats, and specifically, elk came to mind. Elk is a popular alternative meat for burgers that is lean, flavorful and gaining popularity. With this insight, I filled in ‘ELK’ as the solution to the crossword clue, confirming my hunch and feeling a sense of satisfaction in solving this mystery.