These fragrant, fiery pork burgers are so easy to prepare and quick to cook and, better still, they make make a delicious change from traditional burgers.
Ingredients
200g really lean pork fillet (all visible fat removed), minced
½ small red onion, grated
1 red chilli, deseeded and diced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 stalk lemon grass, peeled and finely sliced
2 tbsp finely chopped fresh coriander
spray oil
salt and freshly ground black pepper
Coleslaw:
1 large carrot, grated
¼ small red or white cabbage, coarsely shredded
2 spring onions, finely chopped
2 tbsp lighter than light mayo
a squeeze of lemon juice
few sprigs of parsley, chopped
Method:
- Make the coleslaw: mix together the carrot, cabbage and spring onions in a bowl. Stir in the mayo and lemon juice and season to taste. Sprinkle with parsley.
- Mix the minced pork, red onion, chilli, garlic, lemon grass and coriander together in a bowl or blitz in a food processor or blender until well combined. Season with salt and pepper.
- With lightly floured hands, divide the mixture into four portions and shape into burgers. Spray lightly with oil.
- Cook the burgers under a preheated hot grill for six to eight minutes on each side, until cooked through and golden brown.
Serves: 2
Prep time: 20 Minutes
Cook time: 16 Minutes
Calories: 200 kcal per serving
Total Fat: 7.6 g