Spiced Lamb Burger Recipe

Name: Spiced Lamb Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/2 pounds ground lamb, preferably shoulder; 1 medium onion, very finely chopped; 3/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley; 1 tablespoon ground coriander; 3/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/2 teasoon ground cinnamon; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper; 1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for grilling; 8 thick medium pita breads with pockets

Servings: persons

2 1/2 pounds ground lamb, preferably shoulder
1 medium onion, very finely chopped
3/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 tablespoon ground coriander
3/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teasoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup olive oil, plus more for grilling
8 thick medium pita breads with pockets

1
Using a fork, mix lamb, onion, parsley, coriander, cumin, cinnamon, salt, pepper, and 1/4 cup oil in a large bowl. Cover and chill at least 1 hour.
2
Prepare grill for medium heat and oil grate. Working one at a time, open each pita pocket by cutting along seam, halfway around perimeter. Spoon filling into pitas, spreading to edges. Close, pressing on filling to seal.
3
Grill pitas until filling is cooked through and bread is crisp, about 5 minutes per side.
4
Do ahead: Filling can be made 8 hours ahead. Keep chilled. Pita breads can be stuffed 1 hour ahead; cover and chill.

1025

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/2 pounds ground lamb, preferably shoulder, 1 medium onion, very finely chopped, 3/4 cup chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley, 1 tablespoon ground coriander, and more.

Yes, Spiced Lamb Burger 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.

Spiced Lamb Burger

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