Lamb Burgers with Harissa Tzatziki
I’m not exaggerating when I call these the ultimate Lamb Burgers: freshly ground lamb shaped, seasoned and cooked to perfection, creamy feta cheese, peppery greens, and a feather light brioche bun slathered with harissa. Extra points if you take dinner outside and grill them.
Active time: 35 minutes - Total time: 2 hours / Serves 4
lamb burger
ingredients
- 1 TEASPOONS SMOKED PAPRIKA
- 1 TEASPOON harissa
- 3/4 TEASPOON GROUND CUMIN
- 1/2 TEASPOON SEA SALT
- 3 TABLESPOONS OLIVE OIL, DIVIDED
- 1 1/3 POUNDS GROUND LAMB
- 1 1/2 CUPS PEA GREENS, OR ARUGULA
- 1 CUP CRUMBLED FETA CHEESE
- 4 1/4-INCH-THICK RED ONION SLICES
- 1 CUP SHEEP'S MILK YOGURT, OR GREEK YOGURT
- 1 CUCUMBER, SMALL DICED
- 1 LEMON, ZESTED AND JUICED
- 1 TABLESPOON BUTTER
method
Mix lamb, paprika, cumin, and salt together. Shape into four 3/4-inch-thick patties. Cook patties in large skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes per side for medium.
Mix together the yogurt, salt, lemon zest, cucumber, and harissa. Set aside.
Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Spread a thin layer of butter on each bun. Broil buns until golden, about 2 minutes. Top each bun bottom with tzatziki then burger.
Try our sourdough hamburger bun recipe with your burgers!
