Acılı Köfte Burger

Acılı Köfte Burger is a spicy and flavorful Turkish burger that combines succulent ground meat with aromatic spices and fresh herbs, served in a soft bun. This dish offers a delightful blend of textures and tastes, making it a healthy and satisfying meal option.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb or beef - 300 grams
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Red pepper flakes - 1 teaspoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Whole wheat burger buns - 2
• Tomato - 1, sliced
• Lettuce leaves - 2
• Yogurt - 2 tablespoons (for serving)
• Lemon - 1, cut into wedges (for serving)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground meat, minced garlic, chopped red onion, parsley, red pepper flakes, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Shape the mixture into two patties, making sure they are slightly larger than the burger buns as they will shrink while cooking.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are well browned and cooked through.
4. While the patties are cooking, toast the whole wheat burger buns in a separate pan until golden brown.
5. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked patty, a slice of tomato, and a dollop of yogurt. Top with the other half of the bun.
6. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for an added zesty flavor.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 4 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

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

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