Moroccan Lamb Burgers
Browsing through the latest Dish Magazine these Morroccan Lamb burgers jumped out at me! They looked so fresh and delicious and I loved the twist on your classic burger by serving them on a pita instead.
To make these Moroccan Lamb Burgers, Grilled Halloumi and Pistachio Salsa you will need the following ingredients:
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/3 cup milk
- 600 grams lamb mince
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon sweet smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- big handful fresh coriander, finely chopped
- sea salt and ground pepper
Salsa
- 1/2 cup pistachios, divided in half
- 1/2 cup packed basil
- 1/2 cup packed mint
- 2 cloves garlic, crushed
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/3 cup olive oil
To serve
- 200 grams halloumi
- 5 small pitta breads, warmed and split
- tomato relish
- strips of cucumber
- mixed lettuce leaves
Burgers: Put the breadcrumbs and milk in a large bowl, leave for 5 minutes. then add the remaining ingredients. Season generously, gently combine well and form into 5 patties. Cover and refrigerate until ready to cook but take out of the fridge 30 minutes before cooking.
Salsa: Put half the pistachios and all the remaining ingredients in a food processor and blend until well chopped but not totally smooth. Roughly chop the remaining pistachios and stir through.
Lamb: Cook the burgers on a grill pan over a medium heat for 4-5 minutes each side or until cooked through. Hate a sauce pan with a little oil and cook the halloumi on both sides until golden.
To assemble: Spread the bottom bun with tomato relish and layer up with lettuce, cucumber, a lamb patio and halloumi. Top with a spoonful of yogurt and a dollop of pistachio salsa. Add the tops and serve immediately.