Köfte Burger with Yogurt

Köfte Burger with Yogurt is a delightful twist on the classic burger, featuring spiced Turkish meat patties served with a refreshing yogurt sauce. This gluten-free dish is perfect for a satisfying meal that combines rich flavors with a creamy touch.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (or lamb) - 250 grams
• Onion (finely grated) - 1 medium
• Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
• Fresh parsley (chopped) - 2 tablespoons
• Ground cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Ground paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (for grilling)
• Gluten-free burger buns - 2
• Plain Greek yogurt - 100 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Cucumber (grated) - 50 grams
• Salt - a pinch (for yogurt sauce)

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the ground beef (or lamb), grated onion, minced garlic, chopped parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties, approximately 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium-high heat and add olive oil.
4. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
5. While the patties are cooking, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing the Greek yogurt, lemon juice, grated cucumber, and a pinch of salt in a bowl. Set aside.
6. Once the patties are done, toast the gluten-free burger buns on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until warm.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on a bun and topping it with the yogurt sauce. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 90 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein to support muscle health.
• Contains probiotics from yogurt that promote gut health.

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