Middle Eastern Burger Recipes

MIDDLE EASTERN BURGERS

Steps:

• Combine ground beef, egg, onion, garlic, nuts, lemon juice and spices in a large bowl.
• Form patties and fry over medium-high heat until cooked through (about 10-15 minutes).
• Serve in naan and top with hummus, and if you're feeling adventurous, a little chili oil to spice it up!

MIDDLE EASTERN GROUND BEEF BURGERS

Steps:

• In a large bown, using your hands or a wooden spoon, crumble meat. Mix in remaining ingredients until well blended. Form into 4 large burgers.
• Grill on a barbecue, broil or pan fry, turning once until browned and cooked to your liking. Serve open faced on a half bun with lettuce, tomato, onion and aioli.

MIDDLE EASTERN CHICKEN BURGERS

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil in a medium skillet.
• Add the onion, cinnamon, coriander, and pepper flakes to the skillet, and season with salt and pepper.
• Cook until the onions are tender, approximately 5 minutes.
• Stir in the garlic and parsley and cook about 1 minute more.
• Move to a big bowl and let cool a little.
• Stir in the chicken and yogurt and mix thoroughly.
• Season with salt and pepper.
• Shape into 4 1/2" round patties.
• Cook in a nonstick skillet over medium heat until nicely browned and cooked, about 5 minutes on each side.
• Brush burgers with the molasses and let rest for 5 minutes.
• Serve on toasted buns with mayonnaise(if using), tomato, cucumber, onion, lettuce and cilantro(if using). Enjoy!