Moroccan Spiced Lamb Burgers Recipe

Transport your taste buds to a Marrakech marketplace with these incredible Moroccan Spiced Lamb Burgers! Inspired by Williams-Sonoma's "Essentials of Grilling," these juicy lamb patties are bursting with aromatic spices like cumin and coriander. Served in warm pita bread with a refreshing tomato and cilantro topping and creamy yogurt, this recipe delivers an authentic Middle Eastern flavor experience you won't forget. Perfect for a weeknight dinner or a flavorful weekend barbecue!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 37 mins
Calories 565.9 kcal
Protein 96g
Rating 5.0 (3 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Moroccan Spiced Lamb Burgers

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How to Make Moroccan Spiced Lamb Burgers

  1. In a bowl, combine 1 lb ground lamb, 1/2 medium yellow onion (finely chopped), 1/4 cup breadcrumbs, 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint, 2 cloves garlic (minced), 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 tablespoon ground coriander, 3/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper.
  2. Gently but thoroughly mix the lamb mixture with your hands.
  3. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into an oval patty about 4 1/2 inches long and 3/4 inch thick.
  4. In a small bowl, combine 1 medium tomato (diced), 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Let the patties and tomato mixture stand at room temperature for 15 minutes, or cover and refrigerate for up to 2 hours. If refrigerated, remove 15 minutes before grilling.
  6. Prepare a charcoal or gas grill for direct grilling over high heat.
  7. Grill the burgers over the hottest part of the grill, turning once, until nicely charred and cooked to your liking (5-6 minutes per side for medium).
  8. About 1 minute before the burgers are done, place the pita breads on a cooler part of the grill to warm.
  9. To assemble, spread a thin layer of plain yogurt inside each pita pocket.
  10. Add a lamb burger to each pita.
  11. Top with the tomato mixture, alfalfa sprouts (optional), and remaining yogurt. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

45 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

32g

Carbs

19g