Spiced Lamb Burger With Spicy Potatoes

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 220°C/ 200°C (fan)/ 425°F/ Gas 7Peel and dice the red onion[s] finely Peel the ginger (scrape the skin off with a teaspoon) and finely chop (or grate)Peel and finely chop (or grate) the garlicDice the tomato[es]

Step 2

Cut the potatoes (skins on) into bite-size pieces Pour 1 tbsp [2 tbsp] vegetable oil onto a baking tray and add half the curry powder (you'll use the rest later)Add the potatoes to the spiced oil and mix to coat them evenly, then put the tray in the oven for 25-30 min or until the potatoes are crispy - these are your spiced potatoes

Step 3

Combine the lamb mince with the remaining curry powder, 1/3 of the diced onion, half the chopped ginger and half the chopped garlic (you'll use the rest later)Season the mix with 1 tsp [2 tsp] salt and plenty of pepperMix well with clean hands, divide into 2 [4] patties and refrigerate until step 6

Step 4

Heat a small pot with 1 tbsp [2 tbsp] vegetable oil over a medium-low heatOnce hot, add the remaining diced onion and a pinch of salt and cook for 4-5 min or until the onion has softenedAdd the diced tomato, remaining chopped ginger and garlic, half the white wine vinegar (keep the rest for step and cook for 10-12 min or until reduced to a chutney-like consistency

Step 5

Meanwhile, cut the brioche rolls in halfHeat a large, dry wide-based pan (or griddle if you have one!) over a high heatOnce hot, add the brioche, cut-side-down and toast them for 3 min or until colouredOnce toasted, set them aside until serving, reserving the pan

Step 6

Return the pan to a medium heat with 1 tbsp [2 tbsp] vegetable oilOnce hot, add the patties and cook for 4-5 min on each side or until cooked, pressing them down with a spatula to flatten and keep their shape Tip: once browned, lower the heat to cook through which will prevent the patties drying out

Step 7

Meanwhile, shred the little gem lettuce finelyDress the lettuce with the remaining vinegar, a drizzle of olive oil and season with salt and pepper Combine the finished tomato chutney with the mayonnaise and season lightly with salt and pepper - this is your tomato mayo

Step 8

Assemble the burgers with the tomato mayo and serve the salad and spiced potatoes to the sideEnjoy!