DIY Kofta Burgers Recipe
Delicious and flavorful DIY Kofta Burgers made with spiced lamb mince, served with fresh vegetables and yogurt in warm pitta breads. Perfect for a fun, interactive meal where everyone can build their own burger with vibrant accompaniments.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 12 minutes
- Total Time: 32 minutes
- Yield: 16 small burgers 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Ingredients
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Kofta Burger Mixture
- 1 kg lamb mince
- 2 onions, coarsely grated
- 1 garlic bulb, cloves finely chopped or grated
- 6 tbsp garam masala
- Bunch coriander, chopped (optional)
- 1 tbsp chilli sauce, plus extra to serve
- Salt, a good pinch
To Serve
- 8 pitta breads
- 4 tomatoes, halved and sliced
- Half a red cabbage, shredded
- 1 red onion, sliced (optional)
- Small pot plain yogurt
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the lamb mince, grated onions, chopped garlic, garam masala, coriander (if using), chilli sauce, and a good pinch of salt. Use your hands to thoroughly mix and squelch the ingredients together until fully combined.
- Shape Burgers: Divide the mixture and pat into 16 small burger patties. You can freeze these patties for up to 1 month or refrigerate for up to 1 day before cooking.
- Preheat Grill: Heat the grill to its highest setting to ensure a hot cooking surface for perfect browning.
- Cook Burgers: Place the burgers in a single layer on a baking tray. Grill each side for 5-6 minutes until the burgers are browned and cooked through. You may need to do this in batches depending on tray size.
- Prepare Accompaniments: While the burgers cook, slice the tomatoes, shred the red cabbage, and slice the red onion if using. Have plain yogurt ready to serve alongside.
- Serve: Arrange the cooked kofta burgers on a platter with pitta breads and all the vegetable accompaniments. Let everyone assemble their own burgers with desired toppings and a spoonful of yogurt and extra chilli sauce if liked.
Notes
- For a milder flavor, reduce the amount of garam masala and chilli sauce.
- Burgers can be frozen raw for up to 1 month; thaw fully before cooking.
- To save time, prepare the vegetables while the burgers are grilling.
- Serve with a side of fresh salad or chips for a complete meal.
- Opt for low-fat yogurt for a lighter calorie option.
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