Sweet Potato Burger

This Vegan Korean Sweet Potato Burger is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes with traditional Korean spices. Topped with a spicy gochujang sauce and fresh vegetables, it's a satisfying meal that's perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

• Sweet potato - 200 grams
• Cooked quinoa - 100 grams
• Panko breadcrumbs - 50 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Gochujang - 1 tablespoon
• Black sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Burger buns - 2
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Cucumber - 1/2, sliced

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
2. Peel and cube the sweet potato, then boil in water for about 10 minutes until tender.
3. Drain the sweet potatoes and mash them in a bowl.
4. Add cooked quinoa, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, soy sauce, gochujang, black sesame seeds, salt, and pepper to the mashed sweet potatoes. Mix until well combined.
5. Form the mixture into two patties and coat each side with panko breadcrumbs.
6. Heat olive oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Fry the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side until golden brown.
7. Toast the burger buns lightly, then assemble by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by the sweet potato patty, sliced tomato, and cucumber.
8. Spread additional gochujang sauce on the top bun if desired, then close the burger and serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 10 g
• Carbs: 60 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 450 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 8 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C from sweet potatoes, supporting immune health.
• High in fiber from quinoa and vegetables, promoting digestive health.

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