Moroccan Style Lamb Burgers

Transport your taste buds to the bustling markets of Marrakesh with these Moroccan-Style Lamb Burgers—an exotic twist on a barbecue favorite. Infused with a fragrant blend of cumin, coriander, paprika, and a hint of cinnamon, these lamb patties are juicy, flavorful, and perfectly complemented by fresh cilantro and mint. Topped with a creamy yogurt and lemon sauce, crisp lettuce, ripe tomato, and crunchy cucumber, each bite offers a delightful mix of bold spices and refreshing textures. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or weekend cookouts. Serve these gourmet burgers on toasted buns to impress family and friends with a truly unique and delicious culinary experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g ground lamb
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp ground coriander
• 1 tsp paprika
• 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 0.5 red onion, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 tbsp fresh mint, chopped
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 120 ml plain yogurt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 0.5 tsp chili flakes (optional)
• 4 burger buns
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 8 tomato slices
• 8 cucumber slices

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Mix the ingredients thoroughly until well combined, but avoid overmixing to ensure tender burgers.

Step 3

Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties, about 1 inch thick.

Step 4

Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.

Step 5

Cook the lamb patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 63°C (145°F) for medium-rare, or longer if desired.

Step 6

While the burgers are cooking, prepare the yogurt sauce by stirring together plain yogurt, lemon juice, and chili flakes (if using) in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 7

Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by spreading a generous amount of the yogurt sauce on the bottom half of each bun.

Step 9

Add a lettuce leaf, two slices of tomato, and two slices of cucumber to each bun.

Step 10

Place the cooked lamb patty on top and add more yogurt sauce if desired, then cover with the top half of the bun.

Step 11

Serve immediately and enjoy your Moroccan-inspired lamb burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1481.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2213.2

Total Fat 120.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.3g
Cholesterol 487.5mg	0%
Sodium 5140.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 125.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 31.6g
Protein 148.5g	0%

Vitamin D 79.6IU	0%
Calcium 720.6mg	0%
Iron 20.1mg	0%
Potassium 3420.9mg	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: 49.7%

Protein: 27.3%

Carbs: 23.0%