Juicy Lamb Burgers

Total Time: 2 hrs 25 mins Preparation Time: 2 hrs 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 1 medium shallot, minced
• 1 1/2 teaspoons garlic, minced
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon cumin
• 1/8 teaspoon allspice
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne
• 1/8 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil
• 4 hamburger buns
• lettuce leaf (for garnish)
• sliced tomato (for garnish)
• sliced roasted red pepper (for garnish)

Recipe

• 1 combine lamb, shallot, garlic, salt, cumin, allspice, cayenne, and cinnamon in a mixing bowl. mix thoroughly to combine the seasonings and the meat.
• 2 form the meat mix into 4 patties about 1/2 inch thick. cover the patties with plastic wrap, and chill for at least two hours. this will allow the spices to completely season the meat.
• 3 prepare a grill to medium high heat. brush both sides of the burgers with the oil, to keep them from sticking to the grill.
• 4 grill the patties for about 4 minutes on each side for medium doneness (or adjust to your preferred temp). remove from heat, and cover to keep warm while you toast the buns.
• 5 place the buns, cut side down, on the grill for 1 to 2 minutes to toast.
• 6 place the burgers on the toasted buns, and garnish as desired. serve immediately.