Moroccan-Inspired Lamb Burgers with Mint Yogurt Sauce

Juicy lamb burgers infused with Moroccan spices, served with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce. Perfect for an exotic and flavorful meal!

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Transport your taste buds to the vibrant markets of Morocco with our Moroccan-Inspired Lamb Burgers with Mint Yogurt Sauce.

These flavorful burgers are seasoned with warm spices and topped with a refreshing mint yogurt sauce, creating a culinary experience that's both exotic and comforting. Perfect for a unique and delicious meal that brings a taste of Morocco to your table.

Here's how you can create this exotic and flavorful meal at home:

Ingredients

For the Lamb Burgers:

1 lb ground lamb
1 small onion, finely chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground paprika
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
Salt and pepper to taste
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup breadcrumbs
Olive oil for grilling

For the Mint Yogurt Sauce:

1 cup plain Greek yogurt
1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, finely chopped
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and pepper to taste

For Serving:

4 burger buns, toasted
Lettuce leaves
Tomato slices
Red onion rings
Sweet potato fries (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Lamb Burgers:

In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, paprika, cinnamon, ginger, allspice, cayenne pepper (if using), salt, pepper, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs. Mix until well combined.
Shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.

Cook the Lamb Burgers:

Heat olive oil in a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the lamb patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.

Prepare the Mint Yogurt Sauce:

In a small bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, chopped mint leaves, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.

Assemble the Burgers:

Spread a generous amount of mint yogurt sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a lettuce leaf, a lamb patty, tomato slices, and red onion rings on top. Add more mint yogurt sauce on the top half of the bun and close the burger.

Serve and Garnish: