Lamb Spinach Ricotta Burgers Recipes

LAMB BURGERS WITH FETA SAUCE AND SPINACH

Steps:

• Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet over medium heat. Remove to a plate and set aside.
• Add 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, half a turn of the pan, and the onions. Cook for 5 minutes to soften, then put them in mixing bowl to cool.
• While onions cool, put the milk, feta, half of the marjoram or oregano, mint, salt and pepper, to taste, and the nuts in a food processor and process to a thick, smooth sauce.
• Add lamb to the bowl with the onions and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Stir in the remaining marjoram or oregano, paprika and cinnamon. Form the mixture into 4 patties, thinner at the center and thicker at the edges. Heat 1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil, in nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and cook the patties 3 to 4 minutes on each side for pink centers.
• Meanwhile, heat 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil in another skillet over medium-low heat. Add the garlic clove and let it infuse the oil for 1 to 2 minutes. Add the spinach and let it wilt, then remove the pan from the heat, and season with salt, pepper and nutmeg, to taste.
• Add the lamb patties to the bun bottoms or charred bread. Shake off excess liquid as you remove the spinach and pile it on top of the burgers. Slather the bun tops with the feta sauce. Cover the burgers with the bun tops and serve.

SPINACH FETA LAMB BURGERS

Steps:

• Mix together spinach, lemon juice, pepper, salt, basil and egg.
• Add lamb and feta and mix together (your hands work best for this).
• Divide mixture into four portions and shape into patties.
• Grill or broil burgers for about 5 minutes on each side, or to desired doneness.
• Meanwhile, combine yogurt or sour cream, garlic and dill.
• When burgers are done, spread yogurt mixture on buns, add burgers and tomato slices (if using) and enjoy!

LAMB "BURGERS" WITH GARLIC SPINACH

Steps:

• Heat a medium skillet over moderately high heat. Add a large handful of spinach and cook, stirring, until the leaves are wilted. Transfer the wilted spinach to a colander and repeat with the remaining leaves. Gently squeeze the spinach dry, coarsely chop and reserve.
• In the same skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Add the red onion and cook over moderate heat until softened, about 7 minutes. Transfer the onion to a large bowl and let cool.
• Add the ground lamb to the bowl with the onions and break it up slightly. Add the red wine, cumin, cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of black pepper and blend well. Gently form the mixture into four 4-inch patties.
• In the same skillet, heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Add the minced garlic and cook over moderate heat until fragrant, about 40 seconds. Add the wilted spinach and cook, stirring, until hot. Season the spinach with salt and pepper, cover and keep warm.
• Lightly brush the bread with olive oil and cook on prepared grill, turning once, until lightly browned, about 1 minute per side. Spread the fresh goat cheese on the bread and top with the garlic-spinach mix.
• Brush the lamb patties with olive oil and season lightly with salt and pepper. Grill over moderately high heat, turning once, until the patties are nicely charred outside and medium-rare within, about 4 minutes per side. Transfer the chopped lamb steaks to the bread, and serve with a fork and knife.

GREEK LAMB BURGERS WITH SPINACH AND RED ONION SALAD

Steps:

• Mix first 4 ingredients and 1 1/2 tablespoons oil in medium bowl; mix in lamb. Shape into four 3/4-inch-thick patties. Cook patties in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat 4 minutes per side for medium.
• Meanwhile, preheat broiler. Broil buns until golden, about 2 minutes. Top each bun bottom with burger. Toss spinach, feta, onion, vinegar, and 11/2 tablespoons oil in bowl. Place salad atop burgers. Cover with bun tops, pressing firmly to compact.

LAMB, SPINACH, FETA BURGERS

Steps:

• Mix the ingredients together in a large bowl.
• Form into 8 patties about 8cm (3inches) in diameter.
• Pan fry, grill or broil about 8 minutes each side, or until cooked through and done to your liking.