Spiced Lamb Burger with Yogurt and Fresh Beetroot Relish

Spiced Lamb Burgers with Yogurt and Fresh Beetroot Relish

  • 1 medium beetroot (peeled and grated)
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 ⁄4 teaspoon finely grated ginger
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped coriander
  • 400 grams lean lamb mince
  • 3 spring onions (finely chopped)
  • 1 small carrot (grated)
  • 3 teaspoons sesame seeds
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 egg (lightly beaten)
  • olive oil spray
  • 4 wholegrain rolls (split in half)
  • 80 grams mixed lettuce
  • 1 cucumber (peeled into ribbons)
  • 180 grams natural yogurt
  • extra coriander (for serving)
  • Salt and pepper (to taste)
  1. In a small bowl mix together
  2. the beetroot, vinegar, ginger and coriander.
  3. Chill for at least 10 minutes or until the beetroot has softened slightly.
  4. Combine the lamb with the onion, carrot, sesame seeds, cumin and egg until sticky.
  5. Shape into 4 burgers, spray lightly with oil and and cook on a hot grill for 5 minutes each side or until cooked through, keep warm.
  6. Lightly toast bread rolls on the grill.
  7. Season the yoghurt with salt and pepper to taste.
  8. Fill each roll with lettuce, cucumber, a burger, some beetroot relish, yogurt and extra coriander.
  9. And serve immediately.

Perfect for serving with french fries.

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