How to Make the Perfect Lamb Burger | Step-by-Step Recipe

Learn how to make the perfect lamb burger at home with this easy, step-by-step recipe! This juicy, flavourful lamb burger is packed with flavour and grilled or pan-seared to perfection. Whether you’re hosting a summer BBQ or craving a gourmet burger night, this recipe delivers bold and traditional lamb and mint flavour that’s sure to impress.

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How to Make the Perfect Lamb Burger | Step-by-Step Recipe

Makes 4

Ingredients

For the Lamb Burgers

475g x Lamb Mince

1 x Small Red Onion (grated)

2 x Garlic Cloves (minced)

15g x Mint Leaves (chopped)

15g x Parsley (chopped)

4g x Ground Cumin

4g x ground Coriander

Salt & Black Pepper

For the Mint Yoghurt Sauce

20g x Mint Leaves

15g x Coriander

Pinch of Salt

15g x Caster Sugar

10ml x White Wine Vinegar

50ml x Boiling Water

280g x Greek Yoghurt 

Note: This is quite a large batch of sauce, so feel free to half the recipe.

To Assemble

4 x Burger Buns

Iceberg Lettuce (shredded)

Cucumber (sliced)

Tomato (sliced)

Red Onion (sliced)

Method

1. Make the Lamb Patties

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lamb mince, grated onion, garlic, mint, parsley, cumin, coriander, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until everything is evenly incorporated.Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into balls. Chill in the fridge until ready to cook.

2. Prepare the Mint Yoghurt Sauce

In a jug or food processor, combine the mint, coriander, salt, sugar, vinegar, and boiling water. Blend until smooth.Stir the herb mixture through the Greek yoghurt until well combined. Cover and refrigerate until serving time.

3. Cook the Burgers

Heat a frying pan over high heat. Add the lamb balls and flatten them into patties using a spatula.Cook for 2–3 minutes per side, or until nicely browned and cooked through.

4. Assemble the Burgers

Toast the burger buns. Spread a little mint yoghurt sauce on the bottom half of each bun.Layer with sliced cucumber, then a lamb burger, a spoonful more sauce, tomato slices, shredded lettuce, and red onion. Top with the other half of the bun.

Tom’s Tip:

Toss the shredded lettuce in a spoonful of the mint yoghurt sauce before adding it to your burger—it makes a quick, delicious slaw-like layer that takes it to the next level.