MOROCCAN LAMB IN PITA

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My husband fancies himself as king of the grill. He makes these delicious and spicy lamb burgers and they are always a hit with our friends and family.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 54m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/4 lbs ground lamb
4 pita pockets
1 cup torn lettuce leaf
1/2 cup diced tomato
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon turmeric
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
1/8 teaspoon crumbled saffron thread
3/4 cup plain yogurt
2 tablespoons finely chopped red onions
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon finely chopped of fresh mint
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Add all the seasoning mix ingredients to a dry heavy sauce or saute pan over medium heat.
  • Stir for approximately 1 minute or until fragrant; remove from heat source.
  • In a big mixing bowl, add the lamb, seasoning mix, and 3 tablespoons cold water.
  • Gently mix together with your hands (don't overwork the meat).
  • Wet your hands and shape mixture into 4 patties, approximately 3/4 inch thick each.
  • Cover and chill in the refrigerator until you are ready to grill.
  • Right before you are ready to grill: whisk together the sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  • Lighty spray or brush the patties with olive oil.
  • Grill over medium direct heat for 7-9 minutes (medium-doneness), turn once half-way through gill time.
  • Place lamb patties inside pita pockets and add a large spoonful of yogurt sauce.
  • Slip in a little lettuce and tomato and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 640, Fat 39, SaturatedFat 16, Cholesterol 109.5, Sodium 828.2, Carbohydrate 39.7, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4.5, Protein 31.1

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