Turkish Burgers
Elevate your burger nights with these unforgettable Turkish Burgers, a flavor-packed fusion of juicy lamb or beef patties and vibrant Mediterranean-inspired toppings. Infused with aromatic spices like cumin, coriander, and paprika, these patties are cooked to perfection and paired with warm pita bread, a refreshing yogurt-lemon sauce, and crisp vegetables like sliced cucumber, tomatoes, and red onion. With a sprinkle of fresh parsley to tie it all together, these burgers offer a satisfying balance of smoky, tangy, and savory flavors. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick yet impressive meal that celebrates the best of Turkish cuisine. Serve them as a handheld delight to wow your guests or jazz up your weeknight dinners.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Ground lamb or beef
- 50 grams Breadcrumbs
- 1 Egg
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small Yellow onion, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon Ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon Ground coriander
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 Pita breads
- 2 Tomato, sliced
- 1 small Red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 200 grams Yogurt
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 small Cucumber, thinly sliced
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, breadcrumbs, egg, minced garlic, grated onion, ground cumin, ground coriander, paprika, salt, and black pepper.
Mix the ingredients thoroughly with your hands or a spoon until well combined.
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1.5 centimeters thick.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat.
Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked. Adjust cooking time depending on patty thickness and desired doneness.
While the patties cook, warm the pita bread in a separate pan or in the oven to make them soft and pliable.
In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt and lemon juice to make a quick yogurt sauce.
Assemble the burgers by placing a cooked patty on each pita, followed by slices of tomato, red onion, cucumber, and a drizzle of yogurt sauce.
Sprinkle chopped parsley on top for a fresh flavor boost.
Fold the pita over the burger to create a sandwich-style wrap and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2843 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 157.7 g | 202% | |
| Saturated Fat | 59.5 g | 298% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 691 mg | 230% | |
| Sodium | 4139 mg | 180% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 216.2 g | 79% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.1 g | ||
| Protein | 131.0 g | 262% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 614 mg | 47% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 3005 mg | 64% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
