Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
6 unit

wholemeal burger buns

whole

500 g

ground beef

ground

1 can

lentils

canned

1 unit

celery stick

chopped

2 unit

onions

chopped

1 unit

capsicum

chopped

1 unit

eggs

optional

0.25 cup

raisins

optional

1 unit

carrots

chopped

6 slice

sliced cheese

sliced

0.25 cup

olives

chopped

Step 1
~5 min

Preheat the oven to 250 degrees Celsius.

Step 2
~5 min

Cut the tops off the burger buns and hollow out the insides, being careful not to damage the buns.

Step 3
~5 min

Set the bun tops aside.

Step 4
~5 min

In a pan, combine ground beef, lentils, chopped celery, chopped onions, chopped capsicum, and any optional ingredients (eggs, raisins, carrots).

Step 5
~5 min

Cook until the meat is browned and the onions are transparent.

Step 6
~5 min

Fill the hollowed-out buns with the meat mixture, packing it in tightly.

Step 7
~5 min

Optionally, add egg whites to help bind the filling.

Key Technique: Filling
Step 8
~5 min

Top with sliced cheese and then the reserved bun tops.

Step 9
~5 min

Place the filled buns into the preheated oven.

Step 10
~5 min

Bake until the bread is crispy and the cheese is melted.

Step 11
~5 min

Serve with salad or chips.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add spices like garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika to the meat mixture for extra flavor.

Use a variety of cheeses for a richer flavor.

Brush the buns with melted butter before baking for extra crispness.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The meat filling can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with coleslaw or potato salad.

Offer a variety of condiments such as ketchup, mustard, and relish.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Pickles

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
BBQs

Occasion Tags

Casual Dinner
Party
Game Day

Popularity Score

70/100

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