Middle Eastern Lamb Burgers

Name: Middle Eastern Lamb Burgers
Prep time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 (4-ounce) burgers
Ingredients: 1 pound ground lamb; 1/4 cup minced white onion; 1 medium garlic clove, minced; 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves; 2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 4 burger buns or ciabatta bread cut in half; Cucumber and Cumin Yogurt Relish (see recipe intro)

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4 (4-ounce) burgers Easy

Total: 40 mins Active: 35 mins

9 Ratings

Ingredients (10)

1 pound ground lamb
1/4 cup minced white onion
1 medium garlic clove, minced
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
2 teaspoons finely chopped fresh mint leaves
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 burger buns or ciabatta bread cut in half
Cucumber and Cumin Yogurt Relish (see recipe intro)

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Nutritional Information

Calories403
Fat27.55g
Saturated fat11.8g
Trans fat0.01g
Carbs15.5g
Fiber1.58g
Sugar2.15g
Protein22.12g
Cholesterol82.78mg
Sodium362.48mg
Nutritional Analysis per serving (4 servings) Powered by

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Beef burgers are great, but every once in a while you might want something different to throw on the grill. Try this lamb burger: meaty and juicy, with loads of aromatic spices, and topped with a cooling Cucumber and Cumin Yogurt Relish that beats ketchup any day.

Tips for Burgers and Lamb

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How to Freeze Burgers

Place patties in a single layer or stack and separate layers with non-greased freezer paper. Insert carefully into a freezer bag, lay flat in the freezer (if you have the room), and consume within three months.

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How to Thaw Burgers

Do not thaw the patties at room temperature. Instead, stick the patties in the refrigerator and wait until they are at least partially thawed. You can grill partially frozen patties, but it may take longer for the centers to finish. This could also result in an unevenly cooked burger.

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How to Store Burgers

Store hamburger patties the same way you’d store ground beef. Either keep the meat in its original container or wrap in saran wrap and insert into a plastic bag. The meat should stay fresh for one to two days.

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How to Pick Lamb

Lamb is readily available in most supermarkets. The freshest lamb will have soft pink and red flesh with marbling throughout. Avoid anything that looks grey in color.

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How to Freeze Lamb

Wrap the lamb in it in its original packaging, airtight, with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. From there, you can also place the meat in an airtight freezer bag to prevent freezer burn. Chops and loins fare best when wrapped individually.

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How to Thaw Lamb

Lamb can be defrosted in three ways. As with most meat, refrigeration is the most effective, albeit slowest method. Lamb meat defrosted in the fridge can actually be re-frozen before or after cooking, though there may be a loss of moisture. If you're in a pinch, lamb can be defrosted in the microwave, or placed in a bowl of cold water (which should be replaced every 30 minutes).

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Instructions

1Combine all of the ingredients except the bread and relish in a large bowl and mix until evenly incorporated. Form into 4 patties.
2Heat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium (about 350°F to 450°F). Once the grill is hot, cook the burgers about 10 minutes per side, or until the juices run clear and the patties are firm to the touch.
3Place the lamb burgers on the buns, top with relish, and serve.

Beverage pairing: Green Point Shiraz, Australia. The spice and black pepper in the wine merge wonderfully with the flavors of these burgers, while the blackberry and plum notes refresh the mouth.

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