SPICED LAMB BURGER

Containing juicy lamb patties, crispy carrot fries, and a garlic feta yoghurt sauce. The spiced lamb patties are seared, and the carrot fries are seasoned with a blend of spices and roasted until crispy.

PREP 15m

COOK 30m

TOTAL 45m

SERVES 2

Ingredients-

Burger Ingredients:

  • 400g lamb mince

  • 1 tsp cumin

  • 1 tsp coriander

  • 1/4 tsp chilli powder (optional)

  • 1/4 tsp salt

  • 1/2 lemon zest

  • 1 egg yolk

  • 2 tbsp bread crumbs

  • 10 fresh mint leaves, finely chopped

Carrot Fries Ingredients:

  • 500g carrots

  • 2 tbsp cornflour

  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

  • 1/4 tsp cumin

  • 1/4 tsp coriander

Garlic/Feta Yoghurt Ingredients:

  • 1/2 block feta

  • 4 tbsp yoghurt

  • Squeeze of lemon (1 tsp)

  • 1 tsp sugar

  • 1/2 garlic clove, grated

  • 6-8 mint leaves, finely chopped

Instructions-

  1. Prepare Burger Patties:

    • In a bowl, combine lamb mince, cumin, coriander, chilli powder (if using), salt, lemon zest, egg yolk, bread crumbs, and finely chopped mint leaves.

    • Mould the mixture into 2 thick patties or 4 smaller patties.

    • Set the patties aside while you make the carrot fries.

  2. Cook the Burgers:

    • In a hot pan, sear the burger patties to create a char on both sides.

    • As you cook, drain the fat that appears. Lamb mince is typically around 20% fat, and you can remove a substantial amount of fat by draining while cooking.

  3. Prepare Carrot Fries:

    • Peel and cut the carrots into fry-like shapes.

    • Toss the carrot fries in cornflour and the mixture of black pepper, cumin, and coriander until they are thoroughly coated.

    • Place the coated carrot fries on a baking tray and spray them with oil.

    • Bake at 200°C for 25-30 minutes until they are crispy.

    • Finish with a sprinkle of salt to season.

  4. Make Garlic/Feta Yoghurt Sauce:

    • In a blender or food processor, combine feta, yoghurt, lemon juice, sugar, grated garlic, and finely chopped mint leaves.

    • Blend until smooth and well mixed.

  5. Construct the Burgers:

    • Assemble the burgers as desired. You can add lettuce, cucumber, tomato, or other favourite toppings.