North African Sweet Potato Burgers

May 15, 2023May 15, 20230 1
North African Sweet Potato Burgers
in Burgers

Prep

20 min

Cook

10 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil , or as needed
2 cups cooked and mashed sweet potatoes
1 cup quick cooking oats
3/4 cup chopped onion
1/2 cup chopped peanuts
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic , minced
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon salt

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
8
Calories
229
Sugar
4g
Fat
9g
North African Sweet Potato Burgers are a twist on classic burgers. These burgers are made with mashed sweet potatoes, oats, onions, peanuts, cilantro, ginger, and garlic. These ingredients combined with cumin and salt give it a delicious North African flavor. These sweet potato burgers make a great meal option for vegetarians, vegans, and anyone who wants to enjoy a flavorful and healthy burger alternative. These burgers are perfect for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or meal prepping for the week.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the mashed sweet potatoes, quick cooking oats, chopped onion, chopped peanuts, chopped cilantro, minced fresh ginger, minced garlic, cumin, and salt until well combined.
2.Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.
3.Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
4.Add the sweet potato patties to the skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through.
5.Serve the sweet potato burgers on buns with your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, avocado, or mayo.

PROS

These sweet potato burgers are a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional meat burgers.

They are vegetarian, high in fiber, and packed with nutrients.
Sweet potatoes are an excellent source of beta-carotene, vitamin C, and potassium.

The addition of peanuts in the recipe provides a crunchy texture and a boost of protein.

CONS

The sweet potato burgers can be a bit delicate, so handle them with care when flipping them in the pan.

They are also a bit time-consuming to prepare, as the sweet potatoes need to be cooked and mashed beforehand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Sweet potatoes are a nutrient-dense food that can support a healthy immune system, promote healthy skin, and support vision health.
They are also high in antioxidants, which can help protect the body against oxidative stress from free radicals.

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