Ingredients
Burger Patties
1½ lbs ground lamb
1 TB Dijon mustard
2 tsps cumin
1 tsp paprika
2 TB fresh oregano, chopped
1 TB fresh mint, chopped
Pickled Red Onion
1 small red onion, sliced
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1/2 cup water
1 TB sugar
1/2 TB sea salt
1 TB oregano, chopped
Whipped Feta
8 oz feta
1/2 cup plain Greek yogurt, I used 0% fat
2 TB olive oil
2 tsp dijon
2 garlic cloves
2 TB fresh mint
salt and pepper
To Serve
4 English muffins, cut in half and toasted
Instructions
Pickled Red Onions
Heat the water, vinegar, salt, and sugar over medium heat. When hot, stir until the salt and sugar are completely dissolved. In a small bowl or mason jar, place your sliced red onions and pour the vinegar mixture over them. Refrigerate at least half an hour, or until ready to use.
Whipped Feta
In a food processor, place the feta, yogurt, olive oil, Dijon mustard, garlic, mint, and a pinch or two of salt and pepper. Blend to thoroughly combine and ensure the garlic and mint are well minced. The spread will be on the thicker side. If you want it a bit smoother, add a couple tablespoons more of yogurt.
Burgers
Make the patties. In a medium bowl, combine the ground lamb, Dijon mustard, cumin, paprika, oregano, and mint. Thoroughly combine by hand, making sure all of the ingredients are well distributed. Form into four patties.
Toast your English muffins while you cook the patties.
Heat a cast iron pan over medium heat. When hot, about 1 minute, add the burgers. Cook for 5 minutes per side for thoroughly cooked meat, or 4 minutes per side for a slightly pink inside.
Spread the whipped feta on both slices of English muffin. Top the bottom slice with the burger, top with the pickled red onion and top slice.
Serve! Best when paired with a Greek Salad!
Keywords: Greek Burger, Lamb Burger, Burger Night