Sweet Pea-Po Mega Burger Recipe

Name: Sweet Pea-Po Mega Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (fresh or pre-cooked); 1 cup frozen black-eyed peas; ⅛ cup oat bran (psyllium husk may be substituted); ¼ cup red onion (finely diced); 2 -3 tablespoons honey mustard; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon lemon pepper; 1 teaspoon turmeric; 1 teaspoon celery seed; 1 teaspoon oregano; 1 teaspoon nutmeg; ¼ teaspoon chives; 2 -4 g stevia (equals 1 packet, white stevia preferred) (optional); 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, Grated (optional)

Servings: persons

1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (fresh or pre-cooked)
1 cup frozen black-eyed peas
⅛ cup oat bran (psyllium husk may be substituted)
¼ cup red onion (finely diced)
2 -3 tablespoons honey mustard
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon lemon pepper
1 teaspoon turmeric
1 teaspoon celery seed
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon nutmeg
¼ teaspoon chives
2 -4 g stevia (equals 1 packet, white stevia preferred) (optional)
2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, Grated (optional)

1
Preheat oven to 400 degrees.
2
Prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and/or cooking spray.
3
Measure and pack 1 cup of cooked mashed sweet potatoes and put into a medium size bowl.
4
(If pre-packaged, put the bowl of sweet potatoes into the microwave for about a minute to reach lukewarm temperature, and then set the bowl aside).
5
Measure 1 cup of frozen black eye peas and put into a microwavable bowl.
6
Defrost the black eye peas in the microwave approximately 2-4 min (based on oven wattage) until they are soft, but not mushy.
7
Mash the black eye peas with a fork and put the bowl aside for a minute.
8
Dice and finely chop 1/4 cup of red onions put aside into a small container.
9
Combine the black eye pea mixture into the bowl of mashed sweet potatoes.
10
With a fork, mix the sweet potatoes and black eye peas together.
11
Slowly fold in the chopped onions.
12
Next, add 2-3 tablespoons of honey mustard (to suit your taste) for seasoning and fold into the potato mixture.
13
Add in the rest of the spices and optional seasonings if desired.
14
Finally, add 1/8 cup of psyllium husks (or oat bran if not available) to help to bind the mixture together.
15
Divide the mixture into 4-6 equal parts (see note below).
16
Take a spoon and put a portion of the mixture onto the baking sheet for each patty.
17
Mash each patty down into a round form with a spoon/fork.
18
Make sure that you allow enough space between the patties so they dont stick to each other.
19
Put the baking sheet into the preheated oven for a total of approximately 35-40 minutes.
20
Make sure to check each patties no more than 15 minutes after they start baking.
21
Flip the patties over with a spatula when they start to turn brown and firm.
22
Recheck the patties again in another 10-15 minutes, and remove when they are done to your liking!

183

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup mashed sweet potatoes (fresh or pre-cooked), 1 cup frozen black-eyed peas, ⅛ cup oat bran (psyllium husk may be substituted), ¼ cup red onion (finely diced), and more.

Yes, Sweet Pea-Po Mega Burger falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Sweet Pea-Po Mega Burger

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Variations & substitutions

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