Lamb Burgers with Feta Sauce and Cucumbers

Name: Lamb Burgers with Feta Sauce and Cucumbers
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds ground lamb; 2 teaspoons curry powder; 3 scallions, thinly sliced; Coarse salt and ground pepper; 1 tablespoon olive oil; 4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled; 2 tablespoons plain yogurt; 8 slices country bread (each ½ inch thick), toasted, if desired; 1 Kirby cucumber, cut lengthwise into ribbons with a vegetable peeler

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By

Martha Stewart Editors

Updated on May 16, 2017

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Servings:

4

By using lamb instead of beef, and feta cheese instead of American, we've given these burgers an international makeover, creating a Greek recipe that can't miss.

Ingredients

1 ½ pounds ground lamb
2 teaspoons curry powder
3 scallions, thinly sliced
Coarse salt and ground pepper
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
8 slices country bread (each ½ inch thick), toasted, if desired
1 Kirby cucumber, cut lengthwise into ribbons with a vegetable peeler

Directions

In a medium bowl, combine lamb, curry powder, and 2 sliced scallions; season generously with salt and pepper. Mix gently with a fork (do not overmix); form into 4 oval patties to fit on bread (each 1 inch thick).
In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high. Season patties with salt and pepper. Cook until browned and just cooked through, 4 to 6 minutes per side (reduce heat if browning too quickly).
Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix feta, yogurt, and remaining scallion, mashing cheese gently to combine; season with salt and pepper.
Spread 4 slices of bread with feta mixture; top with cucumbers, lamb patties, and remaining bread.

Cook's Notes

Vegetable peelers can slice as well as peel; use one along the length of a Kirby. The ribbons will stay put on a burger and ensure some crunch in each bite.