Description
These Beef & Red Pepper Burgers combine lean steak mince with sweet roasted red pepper and grated carrot, creating juicy, flavorful patties topped with melted cheddar cheese. Served in soft floury rolls with mayonnaise and fresh cucumber slices, they make a perfect hearty meal that balances taste and nutrition.
Ingredients
Scale
Burgers
- 1 red pepper, cut into quarters
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 400g lean steak mince
- 1 medium egg
- 1 carrot, coarsely grated
- 50g stale breadcrumbs
- 40g cheddar, finely sliced
To Serve
- 6 floury rolls, halved
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- ¼ cucumber, or 1–2 mini cucumbers, sliced
Instructions
- Roast the Red Pepper: Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or gas mark 6. Place the quartered red pepper on a baking tray and rub with ½ tablespoon of olive oil. Roast for 25-30 minutes, turning once halfway through until the pepper is tender and slightly charred. Remove from the oven and allow it to cool slightly before finely chopping.
- Prepare the Burger Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the lean steak mince, finely chopped roasted red pepper, medium egg, coarsely grated carrot, and stale breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly using your hands until all ingredients are well incorporated.
- Shape the Burgers: Divide the mixture evenly and shape into six uniform burger patties by hand.
- Cook the Burgers: Heat the remaining 1½ tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-based non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Fry the burgers for 5-6 minutes on each side, or until fully cooked through and nicely browned.
- Add the Cheese: During the last minute of frying, top each burger with slices of cheddar cheese and allow it to melt slightly.
- Assemble the Burgers: Spread mayonnaise evenly on the cut sides of the floury rolls. Place a cheesy burger onto each roll base and top with sliced cucumber. Close the rolls and serve immediately.
Notes
- Using stale breadcrumbs helps bind the patties without adding excess moisture.
- Roasting the red pepper adds a smoky sweetness that enhances the burger flavor.
- You can substitute cheddar with other cheese varieties like mozzarella or gouda for different tastes.
- For extra flavor, consider adding chopped fresh herbs like parsley or thyme into the burger mixture.
- Ensure the burgers are cooked thoroughly for food safety, especially when using mince.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roasting and Frying
- Cuisine: British
Keywords: beef burger, red pepper burger, homemade burgers, roasted pepper, steak mince, cheesy burgers, quick dinner
