Craving burger? Make it at home

By the FeedMeNot team. Updated 3 November 2026.

Why you crave it

A burger is crunch, soft bun, creamy sauce and something hot in the middle. The craving is for that contrast of textures. A crisp potato patty with a quick sauce gives you most of it.

Before you order: take the 20 minute pause

A craving usually peaks and fades. Start the craving timer and rate the urge. If it is still strong after twenty minutes, this recipe is a better answer than a delivery order, and you will have a hot meal ready in about the same time.

Ingredients

• 3 medium potatoes, boiled and mashed
• 2 tbsp bread crumbs plus more for coating
• 1 green chilli, finely chopped, 2 tbsp coriander, 1/2 tsp chaat masala, 1/2 tsp cumin powder, salt
• 2 burger buns, split
• Sliced onion, tomato and lettuce
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise mixed with 1 tsp ketchup and a pinch of pepper
• 2 tbsp oil and 1 tbsp butter

Method

1. Mix the mashed potato with 2 tbsp bread crumbs, chilli, coriander, spices and salt. The mixture should hold when pressed.
2. Shape into two flat patties slightly bigger than the buns and roll lightly in bread crumbs.
3. Shallow fry in oil on medium heat for 3 to 4 minutes a side until golden and crisp.
4. Toast the buns cut side down in butter for a minute.
5. Spread sauce on both halves, add lettuce, patty, onion and tomato, and close.

What this costs compared with delivery

The home cost above is a rough range for the ingredients, based on typical retail prices. Delivery apps add fees, taxes and often a tip on top of the dish price. To see what your own habit costs over a year, use the food delivery cost calculator, or compare one meal in the delivery vs home cooking calculator.

Common questions

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