Aussie Style Beef Mince Burger with Beetroot
An homage to the traditional Australian burger, this beef mince burger is not complete without the earthy sweetness of beetroot. It's a true taste of Aussie nostalgia with a vibrant, sensory twist.
Ingredients
Burger Patties
500 g ground beef (minced beef) - preferably grass-fed for richer flavor
1 cup breadcrumbs - preferably whole-wheat
1 large egg - organic
1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp salt
½ tsp ground black pepper - freshly ground
Additional Ingredients
- 4 slices beetroot - cooked or pickled, thinly sliced
4 slices cheddar cheese- 4 medium burger buns - soft white or wholemeal
- 1 cup lettuce - crisp leaves, such as iceberg or romaine
1 medium tomato - ripe, thickly sliced
1 medium onion - small, finely sliced
1 tbsp butter - for cooking, optional
1 tbsp ketchup - for serving, optional
1 tbsp mayonnaise - for serving, optional
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
- Shape the mixture into four equal patties. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging during cooking.
- Heat the butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side until they are nicely browned and cooked through to your preference.
- During the last minute of cooking, add a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty and cover the skillet to melt the cheese.
- Lightly toast the burger buns in the same skillet or in a toaster.
- Assemble the burgers with lettuce on the bottom bun, followed by the cheese-topped patty, beetroot slice, tomato, onion, and any condiments like ketchup or mayonnaise.
- Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
For a taste of authenticity, look for locally sourced beetroot, and for a healthier option, switch to wholemeal buns. To easily peel cooked beetroot, rub with a paper towel while warm.
Nutrition
Calories: 611kcalCarbohydrates: 48gProtein: 39gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 12gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 154mgSodium: 1312mgPotassium: 729mgFiber: 3gSugar: 9gVitamin A: 699IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 272mgIron: 6mg
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