Lamb Burgers & Cucumber Relish

Lamb Burgers & Cucumber Relish
  • Author: astro-chef

Get ready to enjoy these mouth-watering lamb burgers served with a refreshing cucumber relish! The flavorful combination of lean minced lamb, aromatic herbs, and spices will tantalize your taste buds with every bite. Plus, the zesty cucumber relish adds a cool and citrusy contrast, making this dish a perfect summer favorite. Don't forget to chill the relish for an extra burst of flavor!

— Constant Cookbook

Ingredients

  • 900 grams, Lean minced/ground lamb
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped
  • 1/2 Romano/Pointed pepper, finely chopped
  • 1-tablespoon Tomato paste, (We now use Heinz Tomato Puree with Mexican Spices and leave out the hot pepper sauce)
  • ½-teaspoon, hot pepper sauce
  • 1 tablespoon, paprika
  • 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley
  • 2 tablespoon, chopped fresh rosemary
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 6 burger buns split and toasted to serve
  • For The Cucumber Relish
  • 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 3 tablespoons lime or lemon juice, fresh
  • 2 tablespoons, olive oil
  • 4 tablespoons, chopped fresh mint
  • 2 spring onions/scallions, finely chopped

Instructions

  • To make the relish, mix together the ingredients in a large glass bowl, cover and chill for at least 2 hours or it is best chilled overnight.
  • In a bowl mix the lamb, onion, pepper, and herbs, season with a little salt and pepper and mix thoroughly.
  • Pre-Heat The Grill
  • Divide the burger mix into 6 equal portions and shape into patties (we use the burger press available from Lakeland)
  • Grill/broil allowing 5 minutes on each side for a medium burger and 8 minutes each side for a well-done burger.

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Yield

Serves 6