Turkish Lamb Burgers Recipe

Name: Turkish Lamb Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs ground lamb; 1 cup chopped green onion (about 4); 1 1/4 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted; 1 cup plain yogurt; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; inch-diameter pita bread, top 1/4 cut off each; 1 cup diced seeded plum tomato

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs ground lamb
1 cup chopped green onion (about 4)
1 1/4 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/3 cup pine nuts, toasted
1 cup plain yogurt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
inch-diameter pita bread, top 1/4 cut off each
1 cup diced seeded plum tomato

1
Combine lamb, 1/2 cup onions, 1 teaspoon salt, pumpkin pie spice, pine nuts, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper in medium bowl. Mix gently. Using moistened hands, form lamb mixture into 4 equal patties, each about 1/2 inch thick.
2
Combine yogurt, cumin, remaining 1/2 cup onions, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper in small bowl. Stir to blend. Let stand 15 minutes.
3
Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Grill burgers until cooked to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium.
4
Carefully open pita breads to make pockets; insert burger in each. Spoon in yogurt mixture and tomatoes, dividing equally, and serve.

710

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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: 1 1/2 lbs ground lamb, 1 cup chopped green onion (about 4), 1 1/4 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and more.

Yes, Turkish Lamb Burgers falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Turkish Lamb Burgers

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