Best Savory Grilled Lamb Burgers Recipes

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GREEK LAMB BURGERS



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Do something different on burger night...go Greek! These Greek lamb burgers are juicy, flavorful and super easy to make. The secret is in the meat mixture, combining aromatics with spices like oregano, earthy cumin, and paprika, plus a generous does of fresh mint and parsley. Unexpected, yet super homey and familiar! Looking for sides and salads to serve along? Check the post above.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Entree

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 lb ground lamb Or a combination of lamb and beef (see cook's tip #1)
1 small red onion, grated
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 cup chopped fresh parsley
10 mint leaves, chopped
2 ½ tsp dry oregano
2 tsp ground cumin
½ tsp paprika
½ tsp cayenne pepper, optional
Kosher salt and black pepper
Extra virgin olive oil (I used Private Reserve Greek extra virgin olive oil)
Warm Greek pita bread or buns
Homemade Tztaziki sauce
Sliced tomatoes
Sliced Green bell pepper
Sliced cucumbers
Sliced red onions
Pitted Kalamata olives, sliced
Crumbled feta

Steps:

  • Heat an outdoor gas grill or an indoor griddle to medium (if working with an indoor griddle or skillet, you can just heat it once you prepare the meat mixture).
  • Add the ground lamb (or mix of lamb and beef) to a mixing bowl. Add grated onions, garlic, fresh herbs, oregano, cumin, paprika and cayenne. Season with kosher salt and pepper. Add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and mix until everything is well combined.
  • Divide the meat mixture into 8 equal balls. Using both hands, work meat into smooth spheres, then lightly press to form into patties. Arrange the patties on a large tray or dish, and with the tip of your thumb, press lightly to form a shallow, somewhat wide, depression into the center of each patty. (see cook's tip #2 below) Cover and refrigerate, if you have the time.
  • Lightly oil the grill grates (or indoor griddle) and arrange the burger patties on top. Grill over medium heat, covered, for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, turning once midway through cooking (internal temperature for a medium burger should register 160 degrees F. Adjust cooking time according to your desired doneness.)
  • Allow the lamb burgers to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Serve in pita pockets (or buns), with tztaziki sauce, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions. If you like add kalamata olives and a sprinkle of feta.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 Lamb Burger Patty, Calories 320 calories, Sugar 7 g, Sodium 143.2 mg, Fat 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, TransFat 0.1 g, Carbohydrate 15.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 23.6 g, Cholesterol 33.9 mg

SAVORY LAMB SLIDERS



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     appetizer

Time 10h

Yield 9 sliders

Number Of Ingredients 24

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
1/4 cup minced shallot
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh mint
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh parsley
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1 clove garlic, grated
1 cup plain Greek yogurt, strained
1/2 cup grated cucumber
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh dill
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint
2 teaspoons lemon juice
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
One 9-count package pretzel slider buns, preferably King's Hawaiian, warmed or lightly toasted
Green leaf lettuce, for garnish
1/4 cup crumbled feta
Pickled Onions, recipe follows
1 cup red wine vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon pickling spice
1 red onion, sliced thinly into rings

Steps:

  • Form the lamb sliders: In a large bowl, add the lamb, shallots, mint, parsley, salt, pepper, cumin, paprika and garlic. Gently combine, making sure not to overmix. Divide the mixture into 9 equal portions. Using a ring mold about 3 inches in diameter, press each portion into the mold to form a slider, or just form the patties with your hands. Transfer the patties to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and cover with plastic wrap. Refrigerate the patties for about 30 minutes.
  • Make the tzatziki: In a medium bowl, combine the yogurt, cucumber, dill, mint, lemon juice, salt and pepper. Refrigerate until serving time.
  • Cook the lamb sliders: Heat a grill pan or grill to high heat and cook the slider patties, 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the patties, then sprinkle with salt and pepper and continue to grill until cooked through (130 to 135 degrees F), another 2 to 3 minutes.
  • To serve: Top the bun bottoms with lettuce, tzatziki and feta. Top the bun tops with the tzatziki and Pickled Onions. Place the slider patties on the bun bottoms. Place the tops of the buns on the sliders and serve.
  • Combine the vinegar, sugar, salt, pickling spice and 1 cup water in a medium saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium-high heat. Add the onions to the pan and stir to combine. Bring back to a simmer, then turn off the heat and allow to cool to room temperature. Transfer to a resealable container and refrigerate overnight or up to 2 weeks.

GRILLED LAMB AND FETA BURGERS



Grilled Lamb and Feta Burgers image

Provided by Claire Robinson

Time 43m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1/2 pound feta cheese, crumbled
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/3 cup fresh parsley leaves, coarsely chopped
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
4 to 6 rolls or buns
Easy Tzatziki, recipe follows
1 cup Greek whole milk yogurt
1 English cucumber, seeded, finely grated and drained
2 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 teaspoon lemon zest plus 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • In a medium bowl, combine the lamb, garlic, feta, allspice, parsley, salt and pepper, making sure not to overwork the mixture. Form the lamb mixture into 4 to 6 patties.
  • Heat a grill pan over moderately-high heat and cook the lamb burgers until a nice crust forms, about 4 minutes. Turn the burgers over and let cook another 4 minutes. Let the burgers rest 10 minutes. Serve topped with Easy Tzatziki on a roll or bun.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the yogurt, cucumber, garlic, lemon zest, lemon juice and dill. Season with salt and pepper. Chill.
  • What Really Makes This Recipe Sing: Allspice is one of those secret weapons in savory foods. You can't put your finger on it, but you know it is there. It was named by the English, because they thought it contained cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. Shh, it is also the secret ingredient in Cincinnati-style chili.
  • What to toss in if you have it: Feel free to add some chopped fresh mint to this as well. Having a cocktail party? BYOC and makes these into mini's. Grab one before you serve because they will disappear fast.

GRILLED LAMB BURGERS



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If you have never prepared lamb burgers, I highly recommend you try this recipe. Serve on hamburger buns with lots of mango chutney and cream cheese. Also good with lettuce, tomato and red onion.

Provided by Jo

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     Lamb

Time 35m

Yield 5

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 ¼ pounds ground lamb
1 egg
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon dry sherry
1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
4 cloves garlic, minced
½ cup chopped green onions
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, or to taste
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
⅛ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
5 roll (blank)s hamburger buns

Steps:

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix the lamb, egg, oregano, sherry, vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic, green onions, mint, cilantro, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper together in a mixing bowl with your hands until evenly blended. Form into five patties.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until the burgers are cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Serve on buns.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 376.3 calories, Carbohydrate 25.4 g, Cholesterol 113.1 mg, Fat 18.5 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 25.5 g, SaturatedFat 7.2 g, Sodium 369.8 mg, Sugar 3.2 g

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