Greek Lamb & Feta Burgers

By amt2mf

nutrition facts (Hearty Boys' Greek Lamb & Feta Burgers)
Servings Per Recipe 4, Calories 780, Protein (gm) 39, Carbohydrate (gm) 41, Fat, total (gm) 51, Cholesterol (mg) 156, Saturated fat (gm) 23, Monosaturated fat (gm) 18, Polyunsaturated fat (gm) 3, Dietary Fiber, total (gm) 3, Sugar, total (gm) 7, Vitamin A (IU) 194, Vitamin C (mg) 1, Thiamin (mg) 0, Riboflavin (mg) 1, Niacin (mg) 12, Pyridoxine (Vit. B6) (mg) 0, Folate (µg) 85, Cobalamin (Vit. B12) (µg) 5, Sodium (mg) 1018, Potassium (mg) 465, Calcium (DV %) 323, Iron (DV %) 5, Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
• 2 tablespoons minced fresh shallot
• 3 teaspoons dried oregano, crushed
• 1 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3/4 tablespoon freshly ground black pepper
• 2 tablespoons water
• 4 crusty buns, split
• 4 - 8 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
• 1/4 cup sour cream
• Sliced tomatoes (optional)

Details

Servings 4
Preparation time 15mins
Cooking time 30mins

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large bowl combine lamb, shallot, 2 teaspoons of the oregano, the cinnamon, salt, pepper, and the water. Form into four 3/4-inch-thick patties. If the lamb mixture is sticky, moisten hands to shape the patties.

2. Grill patties, covered, directly over hot coals for 4 to 5 minutes per side or until done (160 degrees F), turning once halfway through grilling time. Toast buns, cut sides down, the last 1 to 2 minutes of grilling time.

3. Meanwhile, for sauce, combine feta, sour cream, and remaining oregano. Serve grilled patties on toasted buns with sauce and, if desired, sliced tomatoes.