Halloumi and Caramelised Onion Burgers
Sweet onion and salty halloumi find balance in crisp lettuce and fresh tomato in these quick-cook and incredibly satisfying meat-free burgers that will be on the table in a matter of minutes.
Recipe
1
Cook Onion
Thinly slice onion.Heat 2 teaspoons oil in a large frypan over medium-low heat. Add onion and a pinch of salt flakes and cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until softened and light golden.
2
Make Dressing
While onion is cooking, place 20ml (1 tablespoon) oil,15ml (3 teaspoons) red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard,½ teaspoon sugar and a pinch of salt and pepper in a small bowl and whisk to combine. Set aside.
3
Caramelise Onion
Add remaining sugar and red wine vinegar and the tomato paste to caramelised onions and cook, stirring frequently, for a further 5 minutes or until deeply caramelised. Transfer to a bowl and set aside to cool slightly. Wipe out pan.
4
Toast Buns
Return frypan to medium heat. Halve burger buns and toast, cut-side down, for 1 minute. Set aside.
5
Cook Halloumi
Wipe out pan and return to medium heat with remaining oil. Cut halloumi into 1cm-thick slices. Add to pan and cook, turning once, for 1–2 minutes each side or until golden.
6
Plate Up
Carefully separate lettuce leaves and slice tomatoes.Spread aioli over bun bases. Top with a few lettuce leaves, tomato, halloumi and caramelised onion and sandwich with bun tops. Place remaining lettuce on serving plates, drizzle with dressing and serve immediately.