Mini Lamb Burgers with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce Recipe

Name: Mini Lamb Burgers with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1/2 tablespoon nonpareil capers; 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley; 1 teaspoon grated lemon zest; 2 teaspoons mustard; 1 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; 8 mini buns; 2 Roma tomatoes, sliced; Cucumber Yogurt Sauce, recipe follows; 1 English cucumber; 1/2 tablespoon kosher salt; 2 cups yogurt, preferably thick, Greek yogurt; 2 sprigs fresh dill, chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper; Extra-virgin olive oil

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 tablespoon nonpareil capers
1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
2 teaspoons mustard
1 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
8 mini buns
2 Roma tomatoes, sliced
Cucumber Yogurt Sauce, recipe follows
1 English cucumber
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
2 cups yogurt, preferably thick, Greek yogurt
2 sprigs fresh dill, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Extra-virgin olive oil

1
Heat a double-burner grill pan over medium-high heat.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine ground lamb, garlic, capers, parsley, zest, mustard, salt and pepper.
3
Form mixture into 2 similar sized mounds in the bowl.
4
Divide mixture in half, then half again.
5
Form gently into 8 small patties.
6
Oil the grill pan with oiled paper towel held in tongs.
7
Brown the burgers on the hot side of the grill for about 2 minutes on each side.
8
Turn heat down to medium and cook another 2 minutes for medium-rare, 3 to 4 minutes for medium.
9
Slice 8 mini buns in half and toast on grill or in broiler for about 30 to 60 seconds.
10
Place on serving platter.
11
Top the bottom each bun with burger, slice of Roma tomato, and a spoonful of sauce.
12
Cover with the bun top and serve.
13
Peel the cucumber and cut it in half lengthwise.
14
Use a spoon to scoop out the seeds from both halves.
15
Grate the cucumber on the wide holes of a grater, put it in a colander in a large bowl or sink and sprinkle with 1/2 tablespoon of kosher salt.
16
Let drain for about 20 minutes.
17
Press the cucumber with your hands to get rid of some of the moisture and place in a medium mixing bowl.
18
Add The yogurt, dill, mint, cumin and pepper.
19
Stir together and spoon into a serving bowl.
20
Drizzle with olive oil.

637

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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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb, 1 teaspoon minced garlic, 1/2 tablespoon nonpareil capers, 1 tablespoon chopped flat leaf parsley, and more.

Yes, Mini Lamb Burgers with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce 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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Mini Lamb Burgers with Cucumber Yogurt Sauce

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