Name: Make-your-own hamburgers
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 500 gram lamb or beef mince; 2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley; 1 egg, lightly beaten; salt; freshly ground black pepper; 3 iceberg lettuce leaves, broken into large pieces; 2 large tomatoes, sliced; 1 large carrot, peeled and grated; 1 cup grated cheddar cheese; olive oil; 4 burger buns, sliced in half; tomato sauce, to serve

Ingredients

500 gram lamb or beef mince

2 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley

1 egg, lightly beaten

salt

freshly ground black pepper

3 iceberg lettuce leaves, broken into large pieces

2 large tomatoes, sliced

1 large carrot, peeled and grated

1 cup grated cheddar cheese

olive oil

4 burger buns, sliced in half

tomato sauce, to serve

Method

1.Place mince, parsley and egg in a bowl, season well with salt and pepper and mix well to combine. Divide mixture into four portions. With damp hands, shape portions into large, flat patties. Prepare your choice of filling ingredients.

2.Heat a non-stick frying pan, add a little oil and fry patties for 2 to 3 minutes on each side until browned and cooked through.

3.Toast burger buns (if your toaster has extra-wide slots), or place the buns under a hot grill to brown.

4.Layer meat patty and your choice of vegetables and grated cheese on to the bun’s base, then place the lid on top. Serve with tomato sauce, if you like.

When shaping the meat patties, it is best to dampen your hands with a little cold water so the meat does not stick to your hands and make it difficult to work. Serve the fillings I have suggested here, or add your own favourite toppings, such as sliced cucumber or beetroot, and add a spoonful of hummus, pesto or chutney.
Note

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