Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
0.75 lb

lean ground lamb

ground

0.5 lb

lean ground beef

ground

1 cup

fresh breadcrumb

fresh

0.5 cup

onion

minced

1 clove

garlic

minced

0.5 tsp

ground allspice

ground

0.5 tsp

ground coriander

ground

0.5 tsp

ground cumin

ground

1 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

ground black pepper

ground

2 tbsp

red wine vinegar

0.5 tsp

dried oregano

dried

0.25 tsp

salt

0.13 tsp

ground black pepper

ground

0.33 cup

olive oil

4 unit

plum tomatoes

chopped

1 unit

onion

slivered

1 unit

cucumber

seeded & chopped

0.5 unit

romaine lettuce

shredded

1 cup

tzatziki

4 unit

pita pockets

Step 1
~3 min

In a bowl, combine ground lamb, ground beef, fresh bread crumbs, minced onion, garlic, allspice, coriander, and cumin.

Step 2
~3 min

Add 1 teaspoon of salt and 1/8 teaspoon of black pepper and mix well.

Step 3
~3 min

Form the mixture into 4 patties, cover, and chill for 2 hours.

Step 4
~3 min

In another bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, dried oregano, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper.

Step 5
~3 min

Gradually whisk in the olive oil until well blended.

Step 6
~3 min

Add chopped tomatoes, sliced onions, and cucumbers and stir to coat.

Step 7
~3 min

Cover and let marinate for at least 2 hours, but no more than 8 hours.

Step 8
~3 min

When ready to cook, oil and preheat your grill.

Step 9
~3 min

Grill the patties as you would hamburgers for 10-15 minutes, or until no pink remains but the burger is still moist.

Step 10
~3 min

Once the burgers are fully cooked, slit pita pockets open on the sides to form open pockets.

Step 11
~3 min

Warm the pita up by setting it briefly on the side of the grill.

Step 12
~3 min

Place a burger inside each pita pocket.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve with bowls of the tomato topping, shredded lettuce, and tzatziki sauce on the side for guests to add as desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, add a squeeze of lemon juice to the tomato topping.

Serve with a side of Greek fries for a complete meal.

Make sure not to overcook the burgers, they should remain juicy.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The tomato topping can be made a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side salad.

Serve with Greek fries.

Serve with a lemon wedge.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Greek Salad
Lemon Potatoes

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Combines Greek and American flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Barbecue
Party

Popularity Score

75/100

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