Description
These Moroccan-style lamb burgers are bursting with aromatic spices and sweet dried apricots, creating a delightful blend of flavors. The lamb is blended with fresh coriander, ginger, garlic, and warming spices to make juicy, flavorful patties that cook quickly under the grill. Served in wholemeal rolls with fresh lettuce, tomato, onion, and mayo, these burgers make a perfect gourmet twist on a classic favorite.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Mixture
- 1 onion, roughly chopped
- 2½ cm piece ginger, roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
- Handful of fresh coriander
- 2 tsp ground coriander
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 75 g ready-to-eat dried apricots, roughly chopped
- 500 g lean lamb mince
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to season
To Serve
- Wholemeal rolls
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onion
- Mayonnaise
Instructions
- Prepare the aromatics: Place the onion, ginger, garlic, and fresh coriander in a food processor and blend until finely chopped, creating a fragrant base for the burgers.
- Add spices and lamb: Add the ground coriander, ground cumin, cinnamon, roughly chopped dried apricots, lean lamb mince, and salt and pepper to the food processor. Pulse and blend the mixture until it becomes slightly chunky but well combined, ensuring a good texture for the patties.
- Shape the patties: Divide the lamb mixture into six even portions and shape them gently into burger patties, taking care not to overwork the mixture to keep them tender.
- Cook the burgers: Preheat a grill to medium-high heat. Place the patties under the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until the lamb is cooked through and the burgers are nicely browned on the outside.
- Assemble the burgers: Lightly toast the wholemeal rolls, then layer with lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced red onions, and the lamb patties. Add a generous dollop of mayonnaise before topping with the roll lid. Serve immediately for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- For extra moisture, you can add a tablespoon of olive oil to the lamb mixture before shaping.
- If you don’t have a grill, these burgers can also be cooked in a lightly oiled skillet over medium-high heat.
- Dried apricots add a subtle sweetness that balances the spices; make sure to chop them finely for even distribution.
- These burgers pair well with a side of sweet potato fries or a fresh salad for a balanced meal.
- Adjust the spices according to your taste preference for heat or aromatic intensity.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Keywords: Moroccan lamb burgers, spicy lamb burger, grilled lamb patties, apricot lamb burgers, Middle Eastern inspired burgers
