California Dreamin Lamb Burgers Recipes

LAMB BURGERS

Steps:

• Preheat grill for medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Thoroughly mix ground lamb, rosemary, thyme, garlic powder, salt, and pepper together in a bowl; shape into 4 patties.
• Cook the burgers until they are beginning to firm and are hot and slightly pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read 140 degrees F (60 degrees C). Alternately, you can cook the burgers to your desired degree of doneness. Rest burgers while assembling toppings.
• Mix mayonnaise and mustard together in a small bowl; spread 1 tablespoon of the mixture onto one side of each bun. Put a burger onto each bun and top with tomato and greens. Sandwich with remaining bun half to serve.

CALIFORNIA BURGERS

Steps:

• Combine softened cream cheese, avocado, chives or onion, lemon juice and salt; mixing until well blended; add tomato, mix lightly.
• Shape ground beef into six oval patties; broil (or grill) on both sides to desired doneness; season with salt and pepper.
• For each sandwich, cover one bread slice with lettuce, then the beef patty, the cream sauce and then sprinkle on the bacon.

CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' LAMB BURGERS

Steps:

• Prepare coals for grilling or heat gas grill.
• Lightly combine the lamb, onion, parsley, lemon zest, salt and pepper; form into four patties about 3 1/2 inches in diameter and 1 inch thick.
• In a separate bowl, mash the avocado with the lemon juice and yogurt.
• Season with salt and pepper and reserve.
• Grill the burgers 3 inches from the heat for about 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare meat.
• Serve immediately on toasted rolls topped with the reserved avocado mixture, a tomato slice, and alfalfa sprouts.

SIMPLY DELICIOUS CALIFORNIA DREAMIN' LAMB BURGER

Steps:

• Prepare coals for grilling. Lightly combine lamb, onion, parsley, lemon zest, salt, and pepper; gently form into 4 patties (about 3½ inches in diameter and 1 inch thick). In a separate bowl, mash avocado with lemon juice and yogurt. Season with salt and pepper. Reserve. Grill burgers over hot coals, 3 inches from heat, about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare meat. Serve immediately on toasted rolls topped with reserved avocado mixture, a tomato slice, and alfalfa sprouts. Kitchen Counter Per serving (no garnishes): 460 cal, 30g carbs, 26g protein, 26g fat, 75mg chol

ORANGE JULIUS

Steps:

• Notes Read my story above to see the explanations for the meringue and sherbet. The milk needs to be full-fat whole milk to help give the smooth creaminess. If you cannot get hold of sherbet try using buttermilk or a mix of milk and yogurt, or perhaps add a few drops of lemon. Although, the aim is to make the drink less acid, the tang comes from mixing sweet and sour - in this recipe, the natural tang of milk and orange is enhanced by the the sherbet. Keep all the ingredients well chilled. If possible, freeze the orange juice. It will not freeze rock-solid and will easily blend. Avoid using ice cubes for the long drink - it dilutes the orange flavour. For the long drink Whizz all the ingredients in a blender at maximum speed, keep it going for a few minutes until very smooth. For the cocktail First make the above Julius recipe using half the amounts shown per cocktail. Blend, then pour the Julius in a shaker with ice and the alcohol of your choice. Shake, strain and decorate glass. Try experimenting by adding Cointreau, or Grand Marnier (you could hold back on the sherbet to give the drink a more adult tilt).

GREEK LAMB BURGERS

Steps:

• Heat an outdoor gas grill or an indoor griddle to medium (if working with an indoor griddle or skillet, you can just heat it once you prepare the meat mixture).
• Add the ground lamb (or mix of lamb and beef) to a mixing bowl. Add grated onions, garlic, fresh herbs, oregano, cumin, paprika and cayenne. Season with kosher salt and pepper. Add a generous drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, and mix until everything is well combined.
• Divide the meat mixture into 8 equal balls. Using both hands, work meat into smooth spheres, then lightly press to form into patties. Arrange the patties on a large tray or dish, and with the tip of your thumb, press lightly to form a shallow, somewhat wide, depression into the center of each patty. (see cook's tip #2 below) Cover and refrigerate, if you have the time.
• Lightly oil the grill grates (or indoor griddle) and arrange the burger patties on top. Grill over medium heat, covered, for 3 to 5 minutes on each side, turning once midway through cooking (internal temperature for a medium burger should register 160 degrees F. Adjust cooking time according to your desired doneness.)
• Allow the lamb burgers to rest for 5 to 10 minutes before serving. Serve in pita pockets (or buns), with tztaziki sauce, tomatoes, cucumbers, peppers, onions. If you like add kalamata olives and a sprinkle of feta.

LAMB BURGERS

Steps:

• Coat a large saute pan with olive oil, toss in the diced onions and season with salt and crushed red pepper. Bring the pan to medium-high heat and cook the onions for 3 to 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 2 to 4 more minutes. Turn the heat off and let cool.
• In a large bowl, combine the lamb, the cooled onion mixture, the dill, mint, oregano, lemon zest and 1/2 to 3/4 cup water. Sprinkle with salt and combine well. Make a little "tester patty," cook it and taste for seasoning.
• Preheat the grill.
• Form the lamb mixture into 4 equal patties and sprinkle with salt. Grill the burgers to your desired doneness, 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium-rare. Remove the burgers from the grill and let rest for 3 to 4 minutes.
• Cut the Whole-Wheat Pitas in half. Schmear each half generously with the Pickled Feta Spread. Top one half with a burger, then tomatoes, sliced onions and spinach. Place the other pita half on top.
• In a small bowl, combine the warm water, sugar and yeast and let sit for 15 minutes.
• In the bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flours, cumin, salt and cayenne. Add the yeast mixture and the olive oil. Mix on medium speed to combine and knead the dough. It should take 6 to 7 minutes. The dough will be firm and not sticky or tacky.
• Place the dough in a lightly oiled mixing bowl, cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until the dough has doubled in size, about 1 1/2 hours.
• Preheat the oven to 500 degrees F.
• Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and roll into 7-inch rounds (1/4-inch thick). Divide the dough between 2 sheet trays, cover them loosely with a clean tea towel or plastic wrap and let rest for 20 minutes.
• Bake the pitas for 3 to 4 minutes, then turn the pitas over and bake for 2 more minutes. Let cool and use as desired.
• Place the vinegar, sugar, salt, tea bags, bay leaf and herb stems, if using, in a small saucepan along with 1 cup water. Heat until the sugar and salt has dissolved. Remove from the heat and let cool.
• Place the feta in a small container. Add the vinegar mixture and be sure that the feta is submerged in the liquid. Let sit for a couple of hours outside the refrigerator if using right away, or in the refrigerator if using in the future.
• 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 yogurt. Pulse until combined.