Name: Homemade Beef or Turkey Burgers with Sweet Potato Wedges Recipe
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 3 h
Cuisine: British
Ingredients: 1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for drizzling; 1 red onion, finely chopped; 500g lean minced beef or turkey; 1 egg; 12 cream crackers, bashed to fine crumbs; 2 tsp chilli paste; 2 tsp garlic paste; 1 tsp tomato ketchup; 1 tsp brown sauce; 2 tbsp plain flour; 6 hamburger rolls, toasted, to serve; Toppings of your choice (relish, chutney, salad), to serve; 4 sweet potatoes, cut into wedges; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tsp paprika

Ingredients

1 tbsp olive oil, plus extra for drizzling

1 red onion, finely chopped

500g lean minced beef or turkey

1 egg

12 cream crackers, bashed to fine crumbs

2 tsp chilli paste

2 tsp garlic paste

1 tsp tomato ketchup

1 tsp brown sauce

2 tbsp plain flour

6 hamburger rolls, toasted, to serve

Toppings of your choice (relish, chutney, salad), to serve

4 sweet potatoes, cut into wedges

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tsp paprika

Instructions

Step 1: Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a frying pan and fry the chopped onion for about 5 minutes until soft. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.

Step 2: In a large bowl, combine the cooled onion, minced beef or turkey, egg, crushed cream crackers, chilli paste, garlic paste, tomato ketchup, and brown sauce. Mix well to combine all ingredients evenly.

Step 3: Divide the mixture into 6 portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten into a thick burger shape.

Step 4: Place the plain flour on a plate and lightly coat each burger on both sides with flour. Transfer the floured burgers onto a baking tray, cover with cling film, and refrigerate for a couple of hours to firm up.

Step 5: Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6. Arrange the sweet potato wedges on a baking tray and drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Sprinkle with paprika and season with salt and pepper. Toss the wedges with your hands to ensure they are evenly coated.

Step 6: Roast the sweet potato wedges in the oven for 30-40 minutes, shaking the tray a couple of times during cooking to ensure even roasting.

Step 7: After the wedges have cooked for 10 minutes, drizzle the burgers with a little olive oil and place them in the oven alongside the wedges. Cook for the remaining 20-30 minutes, flipping the burgers halfway through cooking.

Step 8: Once cooked, serve the burgers in toasted rolls with your choice of toppings and a generous helping of sweet potato wedges on the side.

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, add finely chopped fresh herbs like parsley or coriander to the burger mix.

Swap the plain flour for gluten-free flour if you need a gluten-free option.

Try different toppings such as sliced avocado, melted cheese, or pickled jalapeños to change up the burger experience.

To make wedges crispier, soak cut sweet potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before roasting to remove excess starch.

FAQs

Can I use other types of meat for the burgers?

Yes, you can substitute the minced beef or turkey with chicken, pork, or even a plant-based mince for a vegetarian option.

How do I keep the burgers from falling apart?

Using the crushed cream crackers and egg helps bind the burgers together. Chilling them in the fridge before cooking also firms them up, making them less likely to break apart while cooking.