Lamb Burgers
1ВЅ pounds ground lamb
2 large egg yolks
Вј cup finely diced red onion
2 cloves garlic, peeled and finely minced
Zest of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon minced fresh mint
2 teaspoons minced fresh rosemary
1 teaspoon minced fresh oregano
Вј teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Pinch of salt
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat (around 400В°F).
- Allow the lamb to come to room temperature while you do the next step.
- Combine the egg yolks, onions, garlic, lemon zest, mint, rosemary, oregano, pepper and salt in a large bowl and mix well.
- Add the lamb to the egg mixture and combine thoroughly. Form the lamb into 6 patties of equal size.
- Grill the burgers for approximately 4 minutes on each side, or cook to desired doneness.
- Serve on lettuce leaves with tomatoes.
NOTE: While the grill is hot, slice what remains of your red onion into disks and grill to serve with your burgers. Also, consider making a batch of Tzatziki Sauce (see recipe) to go on the burgers.
