Turkish Burgers Recipe

Name: Turkish Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lemon, juice of; 2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped; 4 garlic cloves, 1 clove crushed, the other 3 finely chopped; 1 medium onion, chopped; 500 g lamb fillets; 1 tablespoon oil; 1 loaf Turkish bread, cut into 4 triangles; 3 cups baby spinach leaves; 1 (425 g) can beetroots, well-drained and sliced; ½ cup natural yoghurt

Servings: persons

1
Blend the lemon juice, mint and one clove of garlic together, add the lamb into mixture and marinade for 10 minutes.
2
Heat the oil in a pan, preferably non-stick, add the lamb and cook for 3-4 minutes each side or until cooked as desired.
3
When turning the lamb over to cook the other side, add the onion and garlic to the pan.
4
Remove the lamb, garlic and onions from the heat.
5
Cut the lamb into slices, and set aside with the onions and garlic, and keep warm.
6
Place the spinach leaves, beetroot slices, sliced lamb and yoghurt into the base of each of the Turkish bread triangles, and serve immediately.
7
TIP: For extra spice, add a little chilli paste to the marinade, such as Sambal Olek, Harissa paste or fresh chilli.

570

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lemon, juice of, 2 tablespoons of fresh mint, chopped, 4 garlic cloves, 1 clove crushed, the other 3 finely chopped, 1 medium onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Turkish Burgers falls under the General 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Turkish Burgers

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