Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
0.75 cup

Greek yogurt

plain

0.5 cup

cucumber

seeded and finely chopped

1 tbsp

fresh mint

chopped

1 tsp

lemon juice

fresh

1 tsp

lemon zest

fresh

1 clove

garlic

grated

1.5 piece

lamb shoulder

cut into 1-1/2 inch pieces

2 clove

garlic

0.25 cup

red onion

finely chopped

2 tbsp

fresh mint

chopped

1 tbsp

fresh parsley

minced

0.5 tsp

dried red chilies

1 tsp

cumin

0.5 tsp

sea salt

0.5 tsp

black pepper

fresh

2 tbsp

olive oil

divided

8 ounce

halloumi

sliced

6 unit

buns

toasted

Step 1
~3 min

Combine Greek yogurt, chopped cucumber, mint, lemon juice, lemon zest, and grated garlic in a medium bowl.

Step 2
~3 min

Cover and refrigerate cucumber sauce.

Step 3
~3 min

Place lamb shoulder pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for 20 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Attach a meat grinder to a stand mixer and grind the lamb with 2 cloves of garlic.

Step 5
~3 min

Remove the grinder and attach a flat beater to the mixer.

Step 6
~3 min

Add red onion, mint, parsley, dried red chilies, cumin, salt, and pepper to the ground lamb mixture.

Step 7
~3 min

Mix until combined, about 30 seconds.

Step 8
~3 min

Shape the mixture into 6 patties.

Step 9
~3 min

Heat 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 10
~3 min

Cook halloumi slices in batches for 6-8 minutes, or until browned on both sides.

Step 11
~3 min

Remove halloumi from the skillet and set aside.

Step 12
~3 min

Add 1/2 tablespoon of oil to the same skillet and heat over medium heat.

Step 13
~3 min

Cook burgers in batches until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes per side, adding remaining oil as needed.

Step 14
~3 min

Serve the burgers immediately with grilled halloumi and yogurt sauce on toasted buns.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra flavor, marinate the lamb before grinding.

Don't overcook the burgers, as lamb can become tough.

Toast the buns for added texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The cucumber sauce and burger patties can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of roasted vegetables.

Add a side of fries or a salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Roasted red peppers
Tzatziki sauce
Greek salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Mediterranean

Cultural Significance

Lamb is a common ingredient in Mediterranean cuisine, often paired with yogurt and spices.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Easter
Eid al-Adha

Occasion Tags

Summer BBQ
Dinner Party
Weeknight Meal

Popularity Score

65/100

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