Spiced Lamb Patties With Nutty Garlic Sauce Recipe

Name: Spiced Lamb Patties With Nutty Garlic Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 garlic cloves, finely grated; 1/4 cup almond butter; 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided; 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided; 1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more; 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more; 1 pound ground lamb, preferably shoulder; 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped; 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley; 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander; 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1/4 small head of red cabbage, thinly sliced; 1/4 English hothouse cucumber, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced; 2 radishes, thinly sliced; 4 pita bread or flatbreads; Mixed tender herb leaves (such as cilantro and mint; for serving

Servings: persons

2 garlic cloves, finely grated
1/4 cup almond butter
4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided
6 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more
1 pound ground lamb, preferably shoulder
1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 small head of red cabbage, thinly sliced
1/4 English hothouse cucumber, halved lengthwise, thinly sliced
2 radishes, thinly sliced
4 pita bread or flatbreads
Mixed tender herb leaves (such as cilantro and mint; for serving

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["Whisk garlic, almond butter, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 2 tablespoons oil, and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Set sauce aside.", "Using your hands, gently mix lamb, onion, parsley, coriander, cumin, 2 tablespoons oil, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl just to combine. Form into twelve 3/4""-thick patties.", "Heat a dry large skillet, preferably cast iron, over medium heat. Working in 2 batches, cook patties, pressing slightly to flatten, until browned on the outside but still pink in the center, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer to wire rack set inside a rimmed baking sheet; let rest 5 minutes.", "Meanwhile, toss cabbage, cucumber, radishes, and remaining 2 tablespoons lemon juice and 2 tablespoons oil in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper.", "Serve lamb patties with pita bread, salad, herbs, and reserved sauce."]

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 garlic cloves, finely grated, 1/4 cup almond butter, 4 tablespoons fresh lemon juice, divided, 6 tablespoons olive oil, divided, and more.

Yes, Spiced Lamb Patties With Nutty Garlic 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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Spiced Lamb Patties With Nutty Garlic Sauce

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