Lamb Burgers with Tzatziki
Serves 4, Cooking Time: 30 mins
Ingredients: Lamb Burger
1 Ib. Ground Lamb, thawed
1 Garlic Clove, minced
1/2 Onion, finely minced
1 tsp Lemon Zest
1/2 tsp Ground Cumin
1 Egg
2 tbsp Breadcrumbs
Salt
Garnishes
4 Brioche Burger Buns
Red Onion, thinly sliced
4 Green Leaf Lettuce Leaves, washed
1 Red Bell Pepper
Tzatziki Sauce
1 Cucumber
1/4 Cup Mint Leaves
1 Garlic Clove, chopped
1 Tbsp. Lemon Juice
1 Cup Greek Yogurt
1/2 tsp. Coarse Sea Salt
1/4 tsp. Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Directions: Lamb Burger
In a bowl, combine the ground lamb, garlic, onion, lemon zest, salt, cumin, egg and breadcrumbs. Form into patties, cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Tzatziki
Peel and seed the cucumber. Dice the cucumber and place in a bowl. Add the mint leaves, garlic, lemon juice, yogurt and salt. Stir and refrigerate until ready to use.
Grilling
Grill the peppers on medium high until slightly charred and cut into strips. Place on a platter with the other garnishes.
Place lamb burgers on the hot grill or skillet and cook for 3-4 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 145°F.*
Assemble burgers by placing burger on a bun, top with two tablespoons of Tzatziki, red onion slices, red bell pepper strips and lettuce.