LAMB BURGERS WITH FETA TZATZIKI SPREAD

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Lamb Burgers with Feta Tzatziki Spread image

Provided by Anne Burrell

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 22

Extra-virgin olive oil
2 red onions, 1 cut into 1/4-inch dice and 1 sliced, for garnish
Kosher salt
Pinch crushed red pepper
2 cloves garlic, finely smashed
1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
2 sprigs fresh oregano, finely chopped
1/2 bunch fresh dill, finely chopped
1/2 bunch fresh mint, finely chopped
Zest of 1/2 lemon
4 whole wheat pitas or 4 seeded hamburger buns
Feta Tzatziki Spread, recipe follows
1 beefsteak tomato, sliced, for garnish
2 cups baby spinach, for garnish
2 cups plain Greek yogurt
1/2 cup crumbled feta
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, smashed and finely chopped
2 sprigs fresh mint, leaves cut into chiffonade
1 small bunch fresh dill, finely chopped
1/2 English cucumber, coarsely grated
Kosher salt

Steps:

  • Coat a large saute pan with olive oil, toss in the diced onions and season with salt and crushed red pepper. Bring the pan to medium-high heat and cook the onions for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 2 to 4 more minutes. Turn the heat off and let cool.
  • In a large bowl, combine the lamb, the cooled onion mixture, the oregano, dill, mint, lemon zest and 1/2 to 3/4 cup water. Sprinkle with salt and combine well. Make a little "tester patty." Cook it and taste for seasoning.
  • Preheat the grill.
  • Form the lamb mixture into 4 equal patties and sprinkle with salt. Grill the burgers to your desired doneness, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove the burgers from the grill and let rest for 3 to 4 minutes.
  • Cut the pitas in half. Schmear each half generously with the Feta Tzatziki Spread. Top one half with a burger, then tomatoes, sliced onions and spinach. Place the other pita half on top.
  • Combine the yogurt, feta, vinegar, garlic, mint, dill and cucumbers. Season with salt. Let sit for at least 1 hour at room temperature before serving.

Girya Rani
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Not my favorite.


Angela Garner
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Meh.


RaNa ALį
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Overall, I thought these burgers were just okay. I wouldn't go out of my way to make them again.


Chacha Nodlav
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The feta tzatziki spread was too runny for my liking. I would have preferred a thicker, more creamy spread.


Gift Banda
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These burgers were a bit too dry for my taste. I think I would try adding some more moisture to the lamb mixture next time.


Pam Ritchie
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I would definitely recommend these burgers to anyone who loves lamb or is looking for something new to try.


shan devika
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The feta tzatziki spread really made these burgers. It was the perfect balance of tangy and creamy.


Blinera Muçiqi
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I wasn't sure how I would like lamb burgers, but I was pleasantly surprised. They were very flavorful and juicy.


Shaon Islam Siyam
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These burgers were easy to make and turned out perfectly cooked. The feta tzatziki spread was a great addition.


Prodip Ray
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I made these burgers for a party and they were a hit! Everyone loved them.


Melani Bonilla
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These lamb burgers were absolutely delicious! The feta tzatziki spread was the perfect complement to the savory lamb. I will definitely be making these again.