Bombay Spicy Chicken Burgers With Cool Cucumber and

Name: Bombay Spicy Chicken Burgers With Cool Cucumber and Tomato Raita
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon coriander seed; ½ teaspoon cumin seed; ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorn; 3 fresh garlic cloves, peeled; 2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and chopped; ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 2 lbs ground chicken; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ cup seedless cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced; 1 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced; ¾ cup plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice; 1 fresh garlic clove, finely chopped; ¼ cup of fresh mint, finely chopped; ¼ teaspoon of reserved ground spices (cumin, coriander, black pepper); 6 leaves red leaf lettuce; 6 whole grain buns; ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1 teaspoon coriander seed
½ teaspoon cumin seed
½ teaspoon whole black peppercorn
3 fresh garlic cloves, peeled
2 tablespoons fresh ginger, peeled and chopped
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 lbs ground chicken
1 teaspoon kosher salt
½ cup seedless cucumber, peeled and thinly sliced
1 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
¾ cup plain yogurt
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 fresh garlic clove, finely chopped
¼ cup of fresh mint, finely chopped
¼ teaspoon of reserved ground spices (cumin, coriander, black pepper)
6 leaves red leaf lettuce
6 whole grain buns
¼ cup extra virgin olive oil

1
Preheat dry cast iron skillet over medium heat on gas grill.
2
Toast coriander and cumin seeds and whole peppercorns for 1-2 minutes in skillet.
3
Cool; then grind together in spice mill.
4
Reserve 1/4 tsp of ground spices for raita and set aside.
5
Combine remaining ground spices in food processor with garlic, ginger, In a large mixing bowl, combine paste and ground chicken.
6
Carefully distribute paste into chicken, but do not over handle.
7
Use food scale to divide mixture into six equal portions and form into patties to fit the size of the buns.
8
Wrap each patty in aluminum foil and refrigerate until you are ready to grill.
9
To prepare raita, sprinkle salt over sliced cucumbers and tomatoes and allow to drain on paper towels or in a colander for at least 15 minutes.
10
Mix yogurt, lemon juice, garlic, mint and ground spices in bowl and set aside.
11
Add the drained cucumbers and tomatoes to yogurt mixture.
12
Cover and refrigerate until burger assembly.
13
Wash and dry lettuce.
14
Select six leaves and chill until burger assembly.
15
Preheat gas grill to medium high.
16
Split buns and lightly brush insides with olive oil.
17
Remove patties from refrigerator and unwrap.
18
Lightly brush grill with oil to prevent sticking.
19
Grill patties for 5 minutes on one side and 5 minutes on second side or until juice runs clear when patty is pierced with fork.
20
During last few minutes of grilling, place buns with oiled side down and lightly toast on the grill.
21
Assemble burgers by placing lettuce leaf on bottom bun, followed by meat patty, raita and top bun.
22
Serve burgers.

790

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon coriander seed, ½ teaspoon cumin seed, ½ teaspoon whole black peppercorn, 3 fresh garlic cloves, peeled, and more.

Yes, Bombay Spicy Chicken Burgers With Cool Cucumber and Tomato Raita falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Bombay Spicy Chicken Burgers With Cool Cucumber and Tomato Raita

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