Sweet Chilli and Herb Burgers with Beetroot and Mint Relish
Serves: 4 Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 20 minutes
These burgers are delicious with onions,garlic,herbs and sweet chilli sauce. They are great for barbecues and alfresco parties and take under 20 minutes to cook.
Ingredients
- 450g/1lb lamb or beef mince
- Salt and freshly milled black pepper
- 1 small onion, peeled and grated
- 1 large garlic clove, peeled and finely crushed
- 15-30ml/1-2tbsp freshly chopped flat-leaf parsley
- 15ml/1tbsp freshly chopped mint
- 45ml/3tbsp prepared sweet chilli sauce
- For the Beetroot and Mint Relish:
- 3-4 small cooked beetroot (not in vinegar), finely chopped
- 60ml/4tbsp reduced calorie creme fraiche or Greek yogurt
- 15-30ml/1-2tbsp freshly chopped mint
Method
- In a large bowl mix all the burger ingredients together. Using slightly damp hands shape the mixture into four 10cm/4inch burgers. Cover and chill for 20 minutes.
- Cook the burgers under a preheated, moderate grill or on a prepared barbecue for 6-8 minutes on both sides until thoroughly cooked or until any meat juices run clear.
- Meanwhile, prepare the relish; place all the ingredients into a small bowl and mix gently.
- Serve the burgers with a spoonful of the relish in bread rolls of your choice.
Notes
For the best burgers we recommend that you don’t use a lower fat lamb mince. To avoid staining your fingers, wear disposable plastic gloves when preparing the beetroot.
