Greek Burgers

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My mother never really cooked ground meat, but I have given these burgers the flavor of her Greek cooking. I like a lot of pepper on mine, coating each side liberally, but the kids prefer these burgers with just a very little finely ground pepper. Serve with a garlic mayonnaise.

Submitted by Maryellen
Updated on July 14, 2022
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Prep Time:
25 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
1 hr
Total Time:
1 hr 35 mins
Servings:
8
Yield:
8 servings
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Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 teaspoon minced garlic

  • 2 pounds ground lamb

  • ¼ cup breadcrumbs

  • 1 cup trimmed, diced fennel bulb

  • 3 tablespoons shallots, minced

  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ground black pepper to taste

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 8 hamburger buns

Directions

  1. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise and minced garlic. Cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

  2. Preheat grill for high heat.

  3. Mix together lamb, breadcrumbs, fennel, shallot, oregano, and salt. Form into 3/4-inch-thick patties, and sprinkle black pepper over each.

  4. Brush grate with olive oil, and place burgers on grill. Cook for 3 to 5 minutes per side, turning once, or until done. Serve on buns with garlic mayonnaise.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

479 Calories
30g Fat
26g Carbs
24g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 8
Calories 479
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 30g 39%
Saturated Fat 9g 44%
Cholesterol 81mg 27%
Sodium 559mg 24%
Total Carbohydrate 26g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 6%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 24g 48%
Vitamin C 2mg 2%
Calcium 95mg 7%
Iron 3mg 18%
Potassium 396mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.