The Meat Club Desi Burger

INGREDIENTS

• 500g The Meat Club lean beef mince or lamb mince
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1 green cardamom pod
• ½ inch piece whole cinnamon
• 1 large onion, finely chopped
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp coriander powder
• ½ tsp red chili powder
• 1 tsp cumin powder
• 2 tbs coriander, finely chopped
• ½ cup bread crumbs
• 4 burger buns (or 12 smaller buns for sliders)
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• ½ cup green chutney

PREPARATION

1. In a frying pan, heat 1 tbsp of oil, and add the cardamom and cinnamon. Add the chopped onions, gently saute and set aside to cool. Discard the cardamom and cinnamon pieces.
2. Place mince into a bowl and add the onion mixture, egg, salt, coriander powder, chili powder, cumin, coriander and bread crumbs. Mix well and shape into desired size flat patties.
3. Heat the remaining 1 tbsp of oil and sear the patties, flipping after a few minutes on each side until golden. Lower heat and cook the meat through. Set aside on a paper towel.
4. Mix the mayonnaise and green chutney in a small bowl.
5. Meanwhile, lightly toast the buns and spread the sauce generously before adding the patty and any other accompaniments.