Name: Lamb Burgers with Charred Scallion Yogurt (Standard)
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds Ground Lamb-85% lean; 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder; 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder; 1 teaspoon Salt; 1/2 teaspoon Black Pepper-freshly ground; 1 tablespoon Olive Oil-for cooking; 4 Burger Buns-toasted; 4 leaves Lettuce-crisp; 4 slices Tomato-fresh; 1 cup Plain Greek Yogurt-full-fat; 4 Scallions-white and light green parts; 1 tablespoon Olive Oil-for charring scallions; 2 tablespoons Fresh Mint-chopped; 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice; 1/4 teaspoon Salt

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A straightforward lamb burger recipe featuring lean ground lamb, seasoned simply, and topped with a refreshing yogurt sauce brightened by charred scallions and fresh mint.

Total 40 min

Serves 4 servings

Steps 5

Ingredients 15

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Lamb Burgers
1.5 pounds 680 g Ground Lamb-85% lean
teaspoon 2.5 mL Garlic Powder
teaspoon 2.5 mL Onion Powder
1 teaspoon 5 mL Salt
teaspoon 2.5 mL Black Pepper-freshly ground
1 tablespoon 15 mL Olive Oil-for cooking
4 4 Burger Buns-toasted
4 leaves 4 leaves Lettuce-crisp
4 slices 4 slices Tomato-fresh
Charred Scallion Yogurt
1 cup 240 g Plain Greek Yogurt-full-fat
4 4 Scallions-white and light green parts
1 tablespoon 15 mL Olive Oil-for charring scallions
2 tablespoons 30 mL Fresh Mint-chopped
1 tablespoon 15 mL Lemon Juice
teaspoon 1.25 mL Salt

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Instructions

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Prepare the Charred Scallion Yogurt: Toss the Scallions with 1 tablespoon Olive Oil. Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Add the Scallions and char for 3-5 minutes, turning occasionally, until softened and lightly browned with some black spots. Remove from heat, cool slightly, then finely chop.
In a small bowl, combine the Plain Greek Yogurt, chopped Charred Scallions, Fresh Mint, Lemon Juice, and teaspoon Salt. Stir well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Form the Lamb Burgers: In a medium bowl, combine Ground Lamb, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, 1 teaspoon Salt, and Black Pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat. Divide the mixture into 4 equal patties, about -inch thick. Create a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent bulging.
Cook the Lamb Burgers: Heat 1 tablespoon Olive Oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the lamb patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare (internal temperature 145°F / 63°C), or longer to desired doneness. A well-cooked burger will have an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
Assemble the Burgers: Place cooked lamb patties on toasted Burger Buns. Top each burger with a generous dollop of Charred Scallion Yogurt, a Lettuce leaf, and a Tomato slice. Serve immediately.