Pita Burgers Recipe π
Description:
These Pita Burgers are a delightful fusion of flavors, bringing a touch of Greek influence to your lunch or snack time. Crafted with ground pork infused with fragrant herbs and spices, these burgers are light, tasty, and perfect for those moments when you crave something a bit different from your traditional burger fare.
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 44 minutes
- Servings: 4 burgers
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 lb | Ground pork |
| 1 cup | Plain yogurt |
| 2 tbsp | Fresh basil |
| 1 tbsp | Fresh oregano |
| 3/4 tsp | Salt |
| 1/2 tsp | Garlic powder |
| 1/4 tsp | Pepper |
| 1/4 cup | Fresh parsley |
| 2 | Green onions |
| 3/4 tsp | Lemon, zest of |
| 1/2 tsp | Sugar |
| 1/2 | Cucumber |
| 1 | Tomato |
| 4 | Pita bread, halved |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 437.3
- Fat: 26.6g
- Saturated Fat: 10.3g
- Cholesterol: 89.8mg
- Sodium: 693.9mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.9g
- Fiber: 1.7g
- Sugar: 5.3g
- Protein: 24.9g
Instructions:
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In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork, 2 tablespoons of yogurt, basil, oregano, 1/2 teaspoon of salt, 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder, and pepper. Mix the ingredients well until evenly incorporated.
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Shape the pork mixture into 4 oval-shaped patties, approximately 1/2 inch thick.
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In a small bowl, prepare the yogurt sauce by combining the remaining yogurt, parsley, green onions, lemon zest, sugar, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and remaining 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder. Mix the ingredients thoroughly and set the sauce aside.
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Grill the patties on a preheated grill, covered, for about 11 to 14 minutes, or until the pork is no longer pink in the center. Alternatively, you can cook the patties in a skillet over medium heat. Be cautious as the lean meat may stick to the skillet.
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While the patties are cooking, prepare the cucumber and tomato slices.
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Once the patties are cooked through, assemble the burgers by placing each patty, along with cucumber and tomato slices, into a halved pita bread.
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Drizzle the prepared yogurt sauce over the pita burgers.
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Serve immediately and enjoy the delicious fusion of flavors in these Greek-inspired Pita Burgers!
These Pita Burgers are not only bursting with flavor but are also relatively quick and easy to prepare, making them a perfect choice for a satisfying lunch or snack option. Whether grilled or cooked in a skillet, these burgers are sure to become a favorite in your household. So, why not give them a try and elevate your burger game today? πβ¨
