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Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger

Name: Harissalı Kuzu Köfte Burger
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 14 min
Total time: 39 min
Yield: 4 porsiyon
Cuisine: Orta Doğu Mutfağı
Ingredients: 600 gr Kuzu kıyma; 2 yemek kaşığı Harissa ezmesi; 1 çay kaşığı Kimyon; 1 tatlı kaşığı Tuz; 0.5 çay kaşığı Karabiber; 0.25 demet Maydanoz; 0.75 su bardağı Süzme yoğurt; 8 yaprak Nane; 1 yemek kaşığı Limon suyu; 4 adet Burger ekmeği; 1 adet Kırmızı soğan; 1 çay kaşığı Sumak

Spiced lamb patties meet mint yogurt, sumac onions, and toasted buns for a bold kofta-style burger.

Medium⏱️ 39 min📖 1 min readServes 4~590 kcal🌍 Middle Eastern🌍 Full translation

25 min prep 14 min cook

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Total 39 min

Prep25 min
Cooking14 min

Ingredients

4 servings

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For the meatballs

600 gr minced lamb
2 yemek kaşığı(~30 ml) harissa paste
1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) cumin
1 tatlı kaşığı(~10 ml) salt
0.5 çay kaşığı(~2.5 ml) black pepper
0.3 demet parsley

For the sauce

0.8 su bardağı(~160 ml) strained yogurt
8 yaprak mint
1 yemek kaşığı(~15 ml) lemon juice

For serving

4 adet burger bun
1 adet red onion
1 çay kaşığı(~5 ml) sumac

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Instructions

1
Gently mix the lamb mince, harissa paste, cumin, salt, black pepper and finely chopped parsley.
2
Divide the mixture into 4 meatballs and press the middle lightly.
3
Prepare sauce by mixing strained yogurt, finely chopped mint and lemon juice.
4
Finely chop the red onion and rub it with sumac.
5
Make the cast iron pan very hot and cook the meatballs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.
7 min
07:00
6
Fry the burger buns on the cut side for 1 minute.
1 min
01:00
7
Put yogurt sauce, lamb meatballs and sumac onion on the bread and serve.

💡 Tip: Shaping the lamb meatballs without kneading them too much will keep the burger juicier.

🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve with sumac onions, roasted peppers and crispy potatoes.

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Iron
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Vitamin B12

Nutrition (per serving)

~590

kcal calories

g protein

g carbs

g fat

Protein 21%Carbs 28%Fat 51%

GI 20 · Low GIGL 8 · Low GL

3.7g

Sugar

Fiber

1279.6mg

Sodium

16.2g

Saturated fat

Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.

Satiety (per serving)

9/10

Very filling, for a really hungry day

This recipe may contain allergens

Gluten
Milk

Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.

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FAQ

How many servings does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger make?
This recipe serves 4.
How long does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger take?
Prep 25 minutes, cooking 14 minutes; 39 minutes in total.
Is Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.
How many calories does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger have?
Approximately 590 kcal per serving. Protein: 32g, carbs: 42g, fat: 34g.
Which allergens does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.
Which cuisine does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger belong to?
This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.
How many ingredients does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
Is Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger filling?
Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.

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Instructions

Gently mix the lamb mince, harissa paste, cumin, salt, black pepper and finely chopped parsley.

Divide the mixture into 4 meatballs and press the middle lightly.

Prepare sauce by mixing strained yogurt, finely chopped mint and lemon juice.

Finely chop the red onion and rub it with sumac.

Make the cast iron pan very hot and cook the meatballs for 3 to 4 minutes on each side.

7 min

07:00

Fry the burger buns on the cut side for 1 minute.

1 min

01:00

Put yogurt sauce, lamb meatballs and sumac onion on the bread and serve.

FAQ

How many servings does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger make?

This recipe serves 4.

How long does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger take?

Prep 25 minutes, cooking 14 minutes; 39 minutes in total.

Is Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger difficult?

This recipe is rated medium.

How many calories does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger have?

Approximately 590 kcal per serving. Protein: 32g, carbs: 42g, fat: 34g.

Which allergens does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger contain?

This recipe contains Gluten, Milk. Check it against your dietary needs.

Which cuisine does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger belong to?

This recipe belongs to Middle Eastern cuisine.

How many ingredients does Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger need?

This recipe needs 12 ingredients.

Is Harissa Lamb Kofta Burger filling?

Satiety bar per serving is 9/10; keeps you full for a long time, made for a very hungry day. The score is based on protein, fiber and the satiety index.

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