Lamb Patties with Harissa

Elevate your weeknight dinner with these bold and flavorful Lamb Patties with Harissa! Made with ground lamb and seasoned with an aromatic blend of cumin, coriander, smoked paprika, and a hint of cinnamon, these juicy patties are perfectly tender and bursting with Middle Eastern-inspired flavors. Each patty is pan-fried to a golden perfection and served alongside a creamy harissa yogurt sauce, which adds a spicy, tangy kick to every bite. Quick and easy to prepare in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for busy evenings while still tasting gourmet. Pair these irresistible lamb patties with warm flatbread, a crisp salad, or your favorite grain for a satisfying meal that’s as comforting as it is exotic.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g ground lamb
• 1 small red onion
• 2 pieces garlic cloves
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 0.25 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 tbsp fresh parsley
• 1 large egg
• 50 g breadcrumbs
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp harissa paste
• 100 g plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Finely dice the red onion and mince the garlic cloves.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, red onion, garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, salt, and black pepper.

Step 3

Add the egg and breadcrumbs to the bowl, and mix well with your hands until the ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 4

Finely chop the parsley and stir it into the lamb mixture.

Step 5

Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape each into a round patty, about 1 cm thick.

Step 6

Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add half of the patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and cooked through. Repeat with the second batch, adding more olive oil if necessary.

Step 7

While the patties are cooking, make the harissa yogurt sauce by combining harissa paste, plain yogurt, and lemon juice in a small bowl. Stir well until smooth.

Step 8

Serve the lamb patties hot, drizzled with the harissa yogurt sauce. Enjoy with a side of flatbread or a fresh salad for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(916.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2159.0

Total Fat 142.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 49.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 11.6g
Cholesterol 705.5mg	0%
Sodium 5674.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 69.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 18.2g
Protein 147.0g	0%

Vitamin D 121.8IU	0%
Calcium 462.9mg	0%
Iron 17.0mg	0%
Potassium 2482.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 59.8%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 12.9%