Ground Lamb Burger

Course: Main Course, Main Dish

Cuisine: Greek

Keyword: greek burger, lamb burger

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 15

Chilling Time: 1

Total Time: 1 25

Servings:

Calories: 338kcal

Author: Jessica Formicola

Ground Lamb Burgers are blended with lemon zest and spices then topped with a lemony mint yogurt sauce, pickled onions and feta cheese. The perfect juicy burger on the grill.

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Equipment

Ingredients

Lamb Burgers:

1 pound ground lamb
1 clove garlic , grated
½ teaspoon lemon zest
¼ teaspoon ground thyme
1 teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
4 burger buns

Lemon Mint Sauce:

½ cup plain Greek yogurt
1 teaspoon mint , finely chopped
½ teaspoon lemon zest
¼ teaspoon coarse Kosher salt

Toppings:

Pickled red onion
Crunchy finishing salt
Feta cheese
Bibb lettuce

Instructions

Burger Patties:

In a large mixing bowl, break apart the 1 pound ground lamb pieces as you place them into the bowl. Sprinkle the grated 1 clove garlic, ½ teaspoon lemon zest, ¼ teaspoon ground thyme, 1 teaspoon dried oregano ½ teaspoon smoked paprika and 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper over the meat. Toss to combine being careful to not overwork the mix.
Divide the meat mixture into 4 sections and form into patties. Create a well in the center of each and place onto parchment or wax paper. Chill for 1 hour or place in the freezer for 15 minutes to let them congeal.
Heat grill to medium. Coat grates with a neutral oil.
Grill on each side for 4-5 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 135°F.
Remove the patties and allow to rest for at least 5 minutes before assembling the burger.

Mint Lemon Yogurt Sauce:

While the patties are chilling, whisk together the ½ cup plain Greek yogurt, minced 1 teaspoon mint, ½ teaspoon lemon zest and ¼ teaspoon coarse Kosher salt in a bowl. After mixing, place in the fridge to chill until ready to assemble. This can be made up to 24 hours in advance.

Assembly:

Decide what delicious toppings you want on your burger, assemble and enjoy!

Notes

You can use minced garlic, but make sure it is very finely minced so the burgers hold together.

Make sure you use Greek yogurt. Regular yogurt isn’t strained as long and therefore is much thinner and will just slide right off your delicious burger.

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