Grilled Lamb Burgers
Description:
These Grilled Lamb Burgers never fail to amaze with their simplicity and burst of flavor! Feel free to experiment with the spices to dial up the heat according to your preference.
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Servings: 4
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 498.9
- Fat Content: 27.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 11.7g
- Cholesterol Content: 82.8mg
- Sodium Content: 681.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 36.5g
- Fiber Content: 1.9g
- Sugar Content: 2.3g
- Protein Content: 24.6g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Ground lamb |
| 2 | Fresh cilantro |
| 2 | Fresh oregano |
| 2 | Fresh mint leaves |
| 1 | Garlic |
| 1 | Rice wine |
| 1 | White wine vinegar |
| 1 | Honey |
| 1 | Ground cumin |
| 1/2 | Red pepper flakes |
| 1/2 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Black pepper |
| 4 | Pita rounds or rolls |
Instructions:
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Preheat your grill to a medium temperature. If it’s winter or you prefer indoor grilling, the George Foreman grill works wonders for this recipe!
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In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped cilantro, oregano, mint leaves, and minced garlic.
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Add rice wine, white wine vinegar, and honey to the lamb mixture, ensuring even distribution.
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In a small bowl, mix together the ground cumin, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
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Sprinkle the spice mixture into the lamb mixture, thoroughly incorporating all the flavors.
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Shape the seasoned lamb mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, ensuring they hold together well.
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Grill the lamb burgers for approximately 5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
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Once grilled to perfection, serve the burgers nestled inside warm pita rounds or soft rolls.
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Garnish your burgers to your liking with sliced tomatoes, onions, crisp lettuce, or any other toppings of your choice.
These Grilled Lamb Burgers are a delightful departure from the ordinary, offering a tantalizing blend of herbs and spices that elevate every bite. Enjoy them for a quick weeknight dinner or serve them at your next backyard barbecue for a crowd-pleasing dish that’s sure to impress! 🍔🔥
