Sfiha Burger

The Sfiha Burger is a delightful fusion of traditional Lebanese flavors and modern burger aesthetics, featuring spiced ground meat in a fluffy pita. Topped with fresh herbs and tangy sauces, it's a high-protein dish that satisfies both the palate and nutritional needs.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb or beef - 300 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Pita bread - 2 pieces
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1 small, sliced
• Tahini - 2 tablespoons
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, cinnamon, paprika, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
2. Shape the mixture into two patties of equal size, about 2 cm thick.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the tahini sauce by mixing tahini and lemon juice in a small bowl. Add a little water to achieve a smooth, pourable consistency.
5. Warm the pita bread in a separate skillet for about 1 minute on each side.
6. Once the patties are cooked, assemble the burgers by placing each patty inside a warm pita. Top with sliced tomatoes and cucumbers, and drizzle with tahini sauce.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your Sfiha Burger with a side of fresh salad.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 7 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle repair and growth.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and tahini, promoting heart health.

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