How to Make Grilled Lamb Burgers - A Step-by-Step Guide

Grilled lamb burgers are a delicious and flavorful alternative to the traditional beef hamburger. The rich and savory taste of lamb pairs perfectly with a variety of seasonings and toppings, making it a versatile and mouthwatering option for your next outdoor barbecue or dinner party.

Making your own grilled lamb burgers at home allows you to customize the flavor profile to your liking, and ensures that you are using high-quality, fresh ingredients. Whether you prefer a Mediterranean-...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ¼ pounds ground lamb
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 teaspoon dry sherry
  • 1 teaspoon white wine vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • ½ cup chopped green onions
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint, or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
  • ⅛ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 5 hamburger buns

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Servings: 5
  • Yield: 5 burgers

  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.
  • Mix the lamb, egg, oregano, sherry, vinegar, red pepper flakes, garlic, green onions, mint, cilantro, bread crumbs, salt, and pepper together in a mixing bowl with your hands until evenly blended. Form into five patties.
  • Cook on the preheated grill until the burgers are cooked to your desired degree of doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 160 degrees F (70 degrees C). Serve on buns.
  • Nutrition

    376 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 7g
    • Cholesterol: 113mg
    • Sodium: 370mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 25g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 3g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 4mg
    • Calcium: 105mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 381mg