Indian Burger is an interesting combination of American-style burgers and Indian spices. These spices add a twist to a classic burger and give it a bold flavor.
This burger is quite indulgent and can be made as part of regular family dinners or as a meal to entertain guests. It is perfect for parties and summer barbecues because it makes for a great hearty meal. Although an Indian burger is a great snack, it is also filling enough to be a meal by itself.
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Why Does This Recipe Work?
There are various reasons why you should prepare this Indian style burger. Here are some of those reasons:
- It is delicious. A top-of-the-list reason why you should prepare this burger is that it is loaded with flavor, and you will most definitely enjoy it.
- It is convenient. This recipe can be prepared ahead of time. Both the patties and the mayo sauce can be prepared in advance and refrigerated until it is time to cook and serve.
- It is easy to prepare. The ingredients are mixed in one bowl.
- The recipe is adaptable because you can make it as mild or spicy as you prefer and you can serve it with any burger sauce you like.
- If you are a fan of Indian food, this is the best burger you will ever eat, and it is so popular in Indian restaurants.
What Is In This Indian Burger Recipe?
Ground beef: It is used to make patties that form the filling of the burger.
Garlic: It enhances the flavor of the burger. Use fresh garlic or store-bought garlic paste.
Cilantro: It adds freshness to the burger. Coriander can be used in place of cilantro.
Red chilies: It makes the burger chilly and gives it a tangy taste. Add more of this ingredient if you want an extra spicy burger. You may replace it with red chili powder or green chilies.
Bread crumbs: It helps to bind the burgers together and allows them to stay intact while frying. Bread crumbs also give the burgers a crispy texture.
Ground coriander: It enhances the taste of the burger and is central to achieving the Indian flavor.
Cumin Powder: It gives the burger a boost of vibrant flavor with its earthy taste. This spice is one of the components that give the burger its distinct flavor.
Garam masala powder: This is my secret ingredient; it combines with other spices to give the burger its Indian flavor.
Salt: Seasons the burger and gives it a great taste and add a pinch of salt to the sauce.
Lemon juice: It enhances the flavor of the burger and adds to its freshness.
Vegetable Oil: It is used to cook the patty. A sufficient amount of oil is required to ensure that the burgers cook evenly. You can use olive oil instead.
Burger buns: They are used to hold the filling of the burger. The burger buns can be homemade or store-bought.
Tomatoes: They add freshness and juiciness to the burger. Tomatoes also add colour and enhance visual appeal.
Red Onion: They are used to top the burger. Brown or red onions could be used for this recipe.
For the mayo curry sauce
Mayonnaise: It adds a flavorful sauce. Mayonnaise also adds creaminess and makes the burger juicy.
Curry powder: It enhances the taste and color of the filling.
How To Make An Indian Burger Recipe?
One: Make the curry mayo: Mix all the sauce ingredients together in a small bowl.
Two: In a large bowl, mix together cilantro, breadcrumbs, ground beef, garlic, chilies, ginger, lime juice, and all the seasonings until combined.
Three: Divide the mixture into 4 large balls and form them into patties.
Four: Heat the vegetables oil in a large pan over medium-high heat, add the patties in a single layer and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side.
Five: Slice the buns open, place a cooked patty on each bun and, add onion slices, tomato slices, and top with a tablespoon of the curry mayo, then serve right away.
Top Tips!
- Make patties ahead of time to make the cooking process a lot simpler.
- To prevent the burgers from falling apart, refrigerate for about 30 minutes before cooking.
- To achieve a juice burger, avoid pressing down the patty.
- The patties are ready to flip when they release from the pan without sticking.
- Create a small depression at the center of each patty to prevent the burgers from forming a dome shape on the pan.
- Ensure that the oil is hot before adding the burgers to the pan to enable them to cook well and have the appropriate texture.
- Avoid using extra lean meat for this recipe because fat helps the burgers to hold together, and it also enhances the flavor.
- Instead of bread crumbs, you can use either all-purpose flour, corn starch, rice flour, quinoa flour, almond flour, or lightly roasted chickpea flour.
- Ensure that the ingredients used for the patties mix well so that the taste is consistent throughout the burgers.
Recipe Variations
- The beef patties can be grilled or baked instead of pan-fried.
- The recipe can also be diversified by using chicken or turkey instead of beef. You could also make a vegetarian Indian burger by using vegetables instead of meat.
- A variation of this recipe can also be made by using a different combination of spices and adding a preferred choice of herbs such as parsley, rosemary or thyme.
- You can also add shredded cheese or a cheese slice for a cheesy and creamier burger.
- You can customize this recipe further by adding your favorite toppings such as lettuce, mango chutney, bell peppers and caramelized onions.
- Another variation of this recipe involves omitting the buns and using a lettuce leaf to hold the burger and its toppings. You could also serve it in pita or naan instead of the traditional burger buns.
- Crushed rolled oats can be used instead of breadcrumbs. These oats would make the patties crunchy. You would need to pulse the oats in a food processor a few times.
- If you love spicy food, top your burger with sriracha mayo sauce.
Serving Suggestions
Serve your burger with French fries or potato wedges and salad or coleslaw. You can also serve it with a cold drink and naan bread.
Storage
Store: Refrigerate cooked Indian burger patties for 3-4 days.
Freezing: Uncooked burgers can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. You can freeze the patties but not the buns. Place a slice of baking parchment paper between burgers before freezing and put in a freezer bag.
Recipe FAQs
Pan frying is a simple and effective method to use to cook this burger. However, baking and grilling also work fine.
You can use a meat thermometer to ensure that the meat is well-cooked. The temperature on the thermometer will help you to know whether the meat has been cooked to the extent to which you want it cooked.
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Recipe
Indian burger
Equipment
- Frying pan
Ingredients
- 600 g ground beef
- 5 cloves garlic
- 1 bunch cilantro , finely chopped
- ¼ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 2 red chilies , chopped
- 2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 burger buns
- 1 tomatoes , sliced
- 1 red onion , sliced into rings
Spices
- 1 teaspoon garam masala powder
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon cumin powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the mayo curry sauce
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon curry powder
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
To make the curry mayo
- Mix all the ingredients together in a small bowl.
To make the burger
- In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, garlic, cilantro, chilies, ginger, breadcrumbs, lime juice and all the seasonings until combined.
- Divide the mixture into 4 balls and form them into burger patties.
- Heat the oil in a large pan over medium heat, add the patties and cook for 5-6 minutes on each side.
- Slice the buns open, place a cooked patty on each bun and, add onion slices, tomato slices and top with a tablespoon of the curry mayo, then serve right away.
Notes
- Make patties ahead of time to make the cooking process a lot simpler.
- To prevent the burgers from falling apart, refrigerate for about 30 minutes before cooking.
- To achieve a juice burger, avoid pressing down the patty.
- The patties are ready to flip when they release from the pan without sticking.
- Create a small depression at the center of each patty to prevent the burgers from forming a dome shape on the pan.
- Ensure that the oil is hot before adding the burgers to the pan to enable them to cook well and have the appropriate texture.
- Avoid using extra lean meat for this recipe because fat helps the burgers to hold together, and it also enhances the flavor.
- Instead of bread crumbs, you can use either all-purpose flour, corn starch, rice flour, quinoa flour, almond flour, or lightly roasted chickpea flour.
- Ensure that the ingredients used for the patties mix well so that the taste is consistent throughout the burgers.
Variations
- The beef patties can be grilled or baked instead of pan-fried.
- The recipe can also be diversified by using chicken or turkey instead of beef. You could also make a vegetarian Indian burger by using vegetables instead of meat.
- A variation of this recipe can also be made by using a different combination of spices and adding a preferred choice of herbs such as parsley, rosemary or thyme.
- You can also add shredded cheese or a cheese slice for a cheesy and creamier burger.
- You can customize this recipe further by adding your favorite toppings such as lettuce, mango chutney, bell peppers and caramelized onions.
- Another variation of this recipe involves omitting the buns and using a lettuce leaf to hold the burger and its toppings. You could also serve it in pita or naan instead of the traditional burger buns.
- Crushed rolled oats can be used instead of breadcrumbs. These oats would make the patties crunchy. You would need to pulse the oats in a food processor a few times.
- If you love spicy food, top your burger with sriracha mayo sauce.
Victoria
Spicy and so delicious. Thanks!
Leah
I love Indian food, and this recipe looks amazing; I can't wait to try it over the weekend.