Grilled Lamb Burgers with Tzatziki Sauce (Burger Vici të Grilla me Sos Tzatziki)
This recipe for Burger Vici të Grilla me Sos Tzatziki brings the flavors of Kosovan cuisine to your grill. Juicy grilled lamb burgers are topped with a refreshing tzatziki sauce, creating a delicious and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp ground cumin
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 burger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and red onion slices for topping
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed to remove excess moisture
- 2 tbsp fresh dill, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix together the ground lamb, chopped red onion, minced garlic, dried oregano, ground cumin, salt, and pepper. Form the mixture into 4 patties.
- Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the lamb burgers for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- While the burgers are grilling, prepare the tzatziki sauce. In a bowl, combine the Greek yogurt, grated cucumber, chopped dill, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
- Toast the burger buns on the grill for a minute or two, until they are lightly charred.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a lamb patty on each bun, topping with lettuce, tomato, and red onion slices, and a generous dollop of tzatziki sauce.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 20 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 10 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Grilling
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 380
- Protein
- 25g
- Carbohydrates
- 15g
- Fat
- 25g
Supplies
Grill Tongs Bowl Knife Cutting board
Tools
Grill Knife Cutting board Bowl
Serving suggestions
Serve the grilled lamb burgers with tzatziki sauce alongside a fresh Greek salad and some crispy roasted potatoes for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For an extra flavor boost, mix some crumbled feta cheese into the lamb burger mixture before grilling.
Cost
$20