A delicious stacked beef burger that is bursting with Indian flavours makes the perfect change for burger night. A juicy Indian Burger is flavoured with cumin, coriander, ginger and garlic and our "secret" ingredient of mango chutney - not only does it add lots of flavour, but it keeps the burgers nice and juicy too.
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This is an Indian-Style burger, as many Indian people do not eat beef due to religious reasons. However, we have used some of our favourite Indian spices to flavour this burger and for the toppings too.
If you are looking for some other Indian inspired recipes to try, then why not try our easy Spiced Paneer Wraps, warming Chai Tea Latte or our delicious Prawn Jalfrezi?
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Why You Will Love It
- Twist on a classic - Most of us love a classic beef burger and adding some Indian flavours is an easy way to give it a delicious twist.
- Easy to make - Just mix everything together with the beef mince and form in to a burger. Simple!
- Adaptable - You can make these as mild or as spicy as you like.
- Can be made in advance - You can make the burgers up and then store them in the fridge until you are ready to cook.
Ingredients and Substitutions
A full ingredients list, along with US Customary and Metric measurements, can be found in the recipe card at the end of this post.
- Beef mince - Try to use the best quality you can, as you really will be able to taste the difference. You can use 10% fat for the most flavour, or less than 5% fat if you want these burgers to be lighter.
- Garlic and ginger paste - Instead of crushing each individually, use a jar of garlic and ginger paste to save time.
- Coriander - Fresh coriander (cilantro) really adds some freshness to these burgers.
- Spices - Cumin, ground coriander and garam masala are all used to give the burgers that delicious Indian flavour.
- Geeta's Premium Chutney - This is mixed into the burger to give it that ultimate Indian inspired flavour. Geeta's have you covered with their amazing premium chutneys. More on those below.
- Vegetable oil - This is what the burgers are cooked in. You do need a generous amount of oil to make sure the burgers are cooked to perfection.
- Burger bun - Brioche burger buns are used in this recipe as that is our preference, however any burger buns will work.
- Toppings - Lettuce, tomato, raita, chutney and caramelised onions
Variations
Meat - We have used beef, however you could swap it for chicken or turkey mince which would make it much leaner.
Vegetarian - You could also make a vegetarian version by using all these spices in a bean burger. You could adapt our Mexican Bean Burger.
Cheese - We kept the cheese off this, as the burger is pretty indulgent as it is and the raita adds plenty of creaminess. However, you could add a slice of cheddar or even grill some paneer to go on it and to keep with the Indian theme.
Bun - If you didn't want a traditional burger bun, then you could serve it in a naan or pita bread. If you wanted a lower carb version of this and wanted to skip the burger bun, then you could serve it in a giant lettuce leaf. Be warned though, it will get very messy!
How to Make an Indian Burger - Step by Step
One: In a bowl, combine the beef mince, spices, garlic and ginger paste, fresh coriander (cilantro) and mango chutney. Season with a pinch of salt and pepper.
Two: Using your hands, mix well so that everything is combined. Form into two patties. We recommend chilling the patties for at least 30 minutes.
Three: Heat some vegetable oil in a pan over a low to medium heat. Fry the burgers for 5-6 minutes each side for medium or 8-9 minutes for well done.
Burger Toppings
Salad - You need a bit of crunch when it comes to a burger. Some lettuce adds colour and crunch and then some tomato adds some freshness and a bit of juiciness too. Feel free to add your usual burger toppings.
Sauce - When it comes to some sauce, we wanted to keep it traditional with the Indian style. For some creaminess we topped the burgers with some Homemade Raita, which is like an Indian style Tzatziki. Then, for a real boost of vibrant flavour, we added a generous spoonful of Mango Chutney.
Serving Suggestions
We served these with our Masala Chips - chunky chips with an incredible Indian flavour. If you are looking for some other chip recipe to serve these with, then why not try our Paprika Chips, Celeriac Chips, The BEST Air Fryer Chips, Skin on Fries or Air Fryer Potato Wedges.
If you want some salad on the side, then why not try our Cucumber and Radish Salad, Kale and Brussels Sprout Salad or Little Gem Salad.
Dannii's Top Tips
- You could make a low carb version of these by skipping the bun and using a giant lettuce leaf to hold the burger and toppings together.
- The key to keeping these burgers staying together is putting them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before cooking (preferably an hour) and flipping them very carefully.
- Make sure the oil is nice and hot before adding the burgers to the pan.
Storage
Store: Once the burgers are made up with the buns, sauces and toppings, they need to be eaten straight away. However, you can make extra of the burger patties themselves and store those. You can wrap them up and store them in an air tight container in the fridge for 2 days.
Freeze: The same goes for freezing. You can't freeze the made up burger, but you can freeze the patties. Wrap them in cling film and then put them in a freezer bag and they will keep for up to 3 months.
Defrost: You can defrost the burgers in the fridge overnight.
Reheat: Add a little oil to a frying pan and then heat them through.
Frequently Asked Questions
An Indian burger can also be called a Desi-Burger.
We always use a meat thermometer, as we find that is the best way to ensure that the meat is cooked all the way through. Beef burgers should be 65°C/150°F if you want it medium well done. If you wanted it well done, then aim for above 71°C/160°F.
You can cook these burgers on the BBQ for about 4-5 minutes each side.
Yes, you can make the beef burgers themselves in advance and then keep them in the fridge until you are ready to cook them.
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Recipe
Indian Burger
Ingredients
- 250 g (8.75 oz) of Beef mince
- 1 tablespoon of Garlic and ginger paste
- 4 g (0.25 cups) of Fresh coriander (cilantro) - finely chopped
- 0.5 teaspoon of Cumin
- 1 teaspoon of Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon of Garam masala
- 1 tablespoon of Mango chutney
- 1 pinch of Sea salt and ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoon of Vegetable oil
- 2 Burger buns
To serve
- Lettuce
- Tomato
- Raita
- Mango chutney
- Caramelised onions
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine 250 g of Beef mince, 0.5 tsp of Cumin, 1 tsp of Ground coriander, 1 tsp of Garam masala, 1 tbsp of Garlic and ginger paste, 4 g of Fresh coriander (cilantro) and 1 tbsp of Mango chutney. Season with 1 pinch of Sea salt and ground black pepper.
- Using your hands, mix well so that everything is combined. Form into two patties. We recommend chilling the patties for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat 2 tbsp of Vegetable oil in a pan over a low to medium heat. Fry the burgers for 5-6 minutes each side for medium or 8-9 minutes for well done.
- Build your burgers with 2 Burger buns, Lettuce, Tomato, Raita, Mango chutney and Caramelised onions (all optional).
Recipe Tips
- You could make a low carb version of these by skipping the bun and using a giant lettuce leaf to hold the burger and toppings together.
- The key to keeping these burgers staying together is putting them in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before cooking (preferably an hour) and flipping them very carefully.
- Make sure the oil is nice and hot before adding the burgers to the pan.
Nutritional Information
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The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.
As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.
Roxana says
What a flavor packed burger! Great idea to make a world famous dish with Indian flavors. Cant wait to make it soon.
Dionne says
So that is what a real, delicious, mouthwatering, awesome burger is called! Love it!
whitney says
Looking forward to trying this, it will be a nice change to the plain old burger we normally eat! Thanks for sharing!!
Kathi says
Was gifted a jar of mango chutney and found your recipe! Never thought about putting it on a burger, but ZOWIE the flavors were amazing!
Katherine says
Such a great idea to add chutney to make these burgers extra tasty!
Michelle says
I love the vibrant Indian flavors in this burger!
Olga says
All of the Indian flavors on one bun. Yummy, delicious and finger licking good.
Jess says
I love the twist on a classic recipe! So much flavor!
Toni says
It was a really huge hit for our burger night! Everyone loved it!
Tavo says
These Indian burgers were such a hit at home! Everyone raved on them!
Beth says
Holy wow. Those sound so good. I'm always on the lookout for unique burger recipes, and these flavors fit that bill perfectly. I can't wait to make these!
Claudia Lamascolo says
This was the best burger everyone raved about it will make it again I love the seasoning and it was our first time to have that kind of food!
Ieva says
Loved it! That mango chutney was an absolute game-changer! Thanks for the recipe!
Danielle says
This is such an awesome idea! I am definitely trying this over the weekend!
Tavo says
What a fun recipe! I never thought about adding Indian spices to a burger, but why not? I love both! My burgers came out delicious!
Natalie says
I love added masala in these burgers. I have to give this a try. Thanks! Looks really delicious!