Lamb Burger
User Reviews
4.8
12 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
30 mins
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Cook Time
30 mins
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Total Time
40 mins
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Servings
3
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Calories
643 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Lamb Burger
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A Xinjiang-inspired lamb burger that uses cumin, chili flakes and Sichuan peppercorns for a spiced up burger patty, served with chili crisp mayo on a brioche bun. These lamb burgers are perfect for you if you like bold flavors!
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Ingredients
- 1/2 tablespoon Chinese chili flakes
- 1/2 tablespoon cumin powder
- 1 teaspoon ground fennel seeds
- 1/4 teaspoon ground sichuan peppercorns
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup Kewpie mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chili crisp
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon Chinkiang vinegar (or distilled vinegar)
- 3 Brioche burger buns
- 3 slices cheddar cheese
- 2 tomatoes , sliced
- 1 small head lettuce
- 1 red onion , thinly sliced and soaked in cold water for 10 minutes
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
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Instructions
- Prepare the spice mix: Add the Chinese chili flakes, cumin powder, fennel seeds, and Sichuan peppercorns into a small bowl. Mix well.
- Prepare the lamb patty: In a large bowl, add the ground lamb, the spice mix and salt. Use your hand to mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the spice. Divide the spiced lamb meat into 3 even balls (*Footnote 1). Shape each ball into a burger patty, and place meat in the fridge.
- Mix the burger sauce: Combine the kewpie mayo, chili crispy, ketchup and vinegar in a small bowl. Stir to mix well.
- Cook the burger buns: Toast the burger buns in a 350°F (176°C) oven until warmed through.
- Cook the burger patties: Heat oil in a heavy pan (or a grill), preferably a cast iron pan, over medium-high heat until shimmering. Cook lamb patties in batches. Carefully lay the patties in the pan, press down on them to sear the bottom until browned, 2 minutes or so. Flip the burgers, press and cook for 1 minute. Add the cheese slice and cook for another minute, until the bottom has browned and the cheese melted. Cook the rest of the patties the same way.
- To assemble: Spread a generous amount of burger sauce on both cut sides of the burger buns. On the bottom bun, add lettuce, onion, tomato, and burger patty with cheese, finishing with the top bun. Enjoy!
Notes
- I found it’s a bit lacking to use 1 lb lamb to make 4 burgers. Because ground lamb is quite fatty and it releases a lot of grease during cooking, the burger patty will end up quite thin once cooked. Alternatively, you can make 4 smash burger patties, and stack them into double cheese burgers. It’s very satisfying either way!
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1serving
Calories
643kcal
(32%)
Carbohydrates
60.4g
(20%)
Protein
26.9g
(54%)
Fat
32.2g
(50%)
Saturated Fat
10.4g
(52%)
Cholesterol
64mg
(21%)
Sodium
881mg
(37%)
Potassium
449mg
(13%)
Fiber
3.2g
(13%)
Sugar
10.9g
(22%)
Calcium
367mg
(37%)
Iron
6mg
(33%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 3Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 643 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 643kcal | 32% |
| Carbohydrates | 60.4g | 20% |
| Protein | 26.9g | 54% |
| Fat | 32.2g | 50% |
| Saturated Fat | 10.4g | 52% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 881mg | 37% |
| Potassium | 449mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 3.2g | 13% |
| Sugar | 10.9g | 22% |
| Calcium | 367mg | 37% |
| Iron | 6mg | 33% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4.8
12 reviews
Excellent
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