Sweet Potato Millet Burgers Recipe

Name: Sweet Potato Millet Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 small sweet potato (about 6 ounces), peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces; Kosher salt; 1/2 cup millet; 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas (rinsed, if canned), smashed with a fork; 3/4 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs; 1 4 -ounce can chopped roasted green chiles; (preferably Hatch New Mexican chiles); 1 small shallot, very finely chopped; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon sweet paprika; 3/4 teaspoon onion powder; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup cornmeal; 1 to 2 tablespoons canola oil, or olive oil mister or nonstick pan spray; 4 whole-wheat burger buns, lightly toasted; Favorite burger toppings, such as raw onion, tomato slices and lettuce

Servings: persons

1 small sweet potato (about 6 ounces), peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces
Kosher salt
1/2 cup millet
1/2 cup cooked chickpeas (rinsed, if canned), smashed with a fork
3/4 cup whole-wheat breadcrumbs
1 4 -ounce can chopped roasted green chiles
(preferably Hatch New Mexican chiles)
1 small shallot, very finely chopped
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon sweet paprika
3/4 teaspoon onion powder
1 large egg
1/4 cup cornmeal
1 to 2 tablespoons canola oil, or olive oil mister or nonstick pan spray
4 whole-wheat burger buns, lightly toasted
Favorite burger toppings, such as raw onion, tomato slices and lettuce

1
Bring 1 1/2 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan.
2
Add the sweet potato and 3/4 teaspoon salt, reduce the heat to medium low and cook 10 minutes.
3
Add the millet and chickpeas, reduce the heat to low and cook, covered and stirring occasionally, until the millet is tender and absorbs all of the water, about 20 minutes (add more water, if needed).
4
Turn off the heat and transfer the mixture to a medium bowl, letting it cool slightly.
5
Stir in 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, the chiles, shallot, cumin, paprika, onion powder and 3/4 teaspoon salt.
6
Shape the mixture into 4 patties, pressing them so they are about 1/2 inch thick.
7
Place the patties on a plate and refrigerate 30 minutes.
8
Lightly beat the egg in a medium bowl.
9
In another medium bowl, stir together the remaining 1/4 cup breadcrumbs with the cornmeal.
10
Place 1 chilled patty in the beaten egg, turning over the patty to coat the other side.
11
Dip the patty in the cornmeal-breadcrumb mixture and sprinkle the mixture over the top of the patty, lightly pressing it on.
12
Repeat with the remaining 3 patties.
13
Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
14
Add half of the canola oil and the patties and cook until they are golden brown, 3 to 4 minutes.
15
Add the remaining oil to the skillet and use a spatula to carefully flip the patties (they will be somewhat soft); cook the other side until golden brown, 3 to 4 more minutes.
16
Serve each burger on a bun with your favorite toppings.
17
Photograph by Antonis Achilleos

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* 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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 small sweet potato (about 6 ounces), peeled and chopped into 1/2-inch pieces, Kosher salt, 1/2 cup millet, 1/2 cup cooked chickpeas (rinsed, if canned), smashed with a fork, and more.

Yes, Sweet Potato Millet Burgers 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.

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Sweet Potato Millet Burgers

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Variations & substitutions

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