Grilled Lamb Patties With A White Bean And Mint Relish

Seasoned ground lamb patties with cumin and mint grilled to perfection, served with a warm bacon, white bean and mint relish.

MexicanLambIntermediate30 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 1 0.5 lb ground lamb
  • 2 tbsp minced shallots
  • 2 tbsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp chopped mint
  • 2 tsp Creole seasoning
  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp ground chili powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 egg
  • 3 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 oz bacon, chopped
  • 0.5 cup small diced red onions
  • 0.5 cup small diced fresh tomatoes, seeded
  • 1 tsp chopped garlic
  • 0 juice of one lemon
  • 1 cup white navy beans, cooked until tender
  • 2 tbsp chiffonade of mint

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, shallots, garlic, mint, Creole seasoning, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper and egg. Mix well. Form into 4 patties.

  2. 2

    Preheat the grill. Brush patties with olive oil. Grill for 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness.

  3. 3

    For the relish: In a saute pan, render the bacon until crispy. Add the onions and saute for 2 minutes. Add the tomatoes, garlic, lemon juice and beans. Toss well and heat through. Stir in the mint chiffonade. Season with salt and pepper.

  4. 4

    Serve the lamb patties topped with the white bean and mint relish.

Tags

grilledemerilmintlambwhite beanburgers