Ultimate Burgers with Tray-Baked Sweet Potato Wedges & Burger Sauce

Mac
Servings

5

Prep Time

15 minutes

Cook Time

30 minutes

Cuisine

American

Category

Dinner

A proper homemade burger beats a drive-thru every time, and with the Ultimate Burger blend mixed right through the meat, the flavour is in every bite, not just on top. These are juicy, well-seasoned burgers served with crisp-edged sweet potato wedges roasted on a tray, and a quick homemade burger sauce. (That sauce is a great use of the mayonnaise lesson, a homemade base lifts it above anything from a jar.) It’s a relaxed, build-your-own kind of meal the whole family can get stuck into, ready in around 35–40 minutes.

Ingredients

    Fresh & Mains

    • 600g beef mince (around 5 burgers)
    • 3 medium sweet potatoes, cut into wedges
    • 4–5 burger buns
    • Lettuce, sliced tomato and red onion, to serve
    • 1 small onion, finely grated (for the burgers)

    Pantry Staples

    • 2 tsp Ultimate Burger spice blend
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 4 tbsp mayonnaise (homemade if you have it)
    • 2 tbsp tomato ketchup
    • 1 tsp mustard (optional)
    • 1 small gherkin, finely chopped (optional)
    • Salt and pepper to taste

    For Garnish & Serving

    • A slice of cheese melted over each burger, and a spread of toppings on the table so everyone can build their own

    Directions

    1. Heat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Cut the sweet potatoes into even wedges so they cook at the same rate.
    2. Tray-Bake the Wedges: Toss the wedges with 1 tbsp oil and a good pinch of salt, spread out in a single layer on a tray (don’t crowd them, that’s the secret to crisp edges), and roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once, until golden and tender.
    3. Make the Burgers: Mix the mince with the grated onion, the Ultimate Burger blend and a good pinch of salt and pepper. Shape into 4–5 patties, pressing a slight dip into the centre of each so they cook flat.
    4. Make the Burger Sauce: Stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard and chopped gherkin (if using). Set aside.
    5. Cook the Burgers: Heat the remaining oil in a skillet (or use the BBQ) over medium-high heat. Cook the burgers for 4–5 minutes per side until cooked through. Add cheese for the last minute if you like, and let it melt.
    6. Serve: Toast the buns, spread with burger sauce, and build with lettuce, tomato, onion and the burger. Serve with the sweet potato wedges alongside.

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