Pickled Feta Lamb Burgers

Pickled Feta Lamb Burgers 

Pickled Feta Lamb Burgers offer a delightful fusion of Mediterranean flavors, combining the succulent taste of lamb with tangy and briny pickled feta cheese.

This unique burger creation takes the richness of lamb meat and pairs it with the bright and distinctive flavors of pickled feta, resulting in a harmonious combination that is both savory and refreshing.

The foundation of these burgers is a juicy lamb patty, seasoned with aromatic herbs and spices that enhance the natural flavors of the meat.

Lamb, known for its tender texture and robust taste, brings a depth of flavor that sets it apart from other meats, creating a delicious canvas for the pickled feta.

To add a zesty twist, pickled feta cheese is crumbled or sliced and layered on top of the lamb patty. Pickled feta is feta cheese that has been marinated in a brine solution, typically made with vinegar, herbs, and spices.

The pickling process imparts a tangy and briny taste to the feta, complementing the richness of the lamb with its bright and flavorful profile.

To further enhance the Mediterranean flair, various toppings and condiments can be added to these burgers. Crisp lettuce, ripe tomatoes, sliced red onions, and tangy Kalamata olives can provide a refreshing crunch and a burst of complementary flavors.

A drizzle of tzatziki sauce, made from yogurt, garlic, and cucumber, adds a cool and creamy element that balances the savory lamb and tangy feta.

For the bun, a sturdy yet soft option such as a brioche or sesame seed bun is recommended to support the robust flavors of the lamb patty and pickled feta. These buns provide a perfect vessel for delivering each mouthwatering bite to your taste buds.

Pickled Feta Lamb Burgers offer a delightful twist on the classic burger experience, infusing it with the vibrant and bold flavors of the Mediterranean. With their succulent lamb patty and tangy pickled feta, these burgers are sure to impress your palate and transport you to the sun-soaked shores of the Mediterranean with every bite.

Ingredients:

Patties:

• Extra-virgin olive oil
• red onions, 1 cut into ¼-inch dice and 1 sliced for garnish Kosher salt Pinch crushed red pepper 2 cloves garlic, finely smashed
• 1 ½ pounds ground lamb
• ½ bunch fresh dill, finely chopped
• ½ bunch fresh mint, finely chopped
• 2 sprigs fresh oregano, finely chopped Zest of ½ lemon
• burger buns
• 1 beef steak tomato, sliced for garnish
• 2 cups baby spinach, for garnish

Pickled Feta Spread:

• 1 cup champagne vinegar 1 tbsp. sugar
• ½ tbsp. kosher salt
• 2 mint tea bags
• 1 bay leaf
• fresh mint stems
• 3 fresh dill stems
• fresh oregano stems
• feta, coarsely crumbled
• ½ cup plain Greek Yoghurt

Cooking Directions:

• Start by adding the vinegar, sugar, salt, tea bags, bay leaf and herbs stem to a small sauce pan along with 1 cup of water.
• Heat the mix until the sugar and salt has dissolved. Remove from heat and let cool.
• Place the feta in a small container.
• Add the vinegar mixture and make sure that the feta is submerged in the liquid.
• Let sit for a couple of hours outside the refrigerator.
• Strain the feta from the pickling liquid and discard the tea bags, bay leaf and stems. Place the feta in a food processor and add the yoghurt.
• Pulse until fully combined.
• Next coat a large frying pan with olive oil, add the diced onions and with salt and crushed red pepper.
• Bring the pan to medium-high heat and cook the onion for approx. 3-4 min. Add the garlic and cook for another 2-4 min. Turn the heat off and let cool.
• After this take, a large bowl and mix the lamb, the cooled onion mixture, the dill, mint, oregano, lemon zest and ½ to ¾ cups of water.
• Sprinkle with salt and mix well.
• Preheat the frying again once more and divide the lamb mixture into 4 equal patties and sprinkle with salt.
• Cook the burgers for approx. 4-5 min. per side for medium-rare.
• When done, remove the patties from the pan and let them rest for 3-4 min.
• Then take the burger buns and spread a layer of the pickled feta spread on both sides, add a patty and various garnish of your liking and serve.
• Enjoy