Köfte with Mint Burger

Köfte with Mint Burger is a delightful gluten-free Turkish dish that combines spiced ground meat with fresh mint for a refreshing twist. Served in lettuce wraps, this burger offers a unique and flavorful alternative to traditional buns.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb or beef - 300 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Fresh mint leaves - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Egg - 1 large
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon (for frying)
• Lettuce leaves - 4 large (for wrapping)
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1/2 medium, sliced
• Yogurt - 2 tablespoons (for serving)

Steps

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb or beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, chopped mint, chopped parsley, egg, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully combined.
2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty about 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat a tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until browned and cooked through.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the lettuce leaves by washing and drying them. These will serve as the 'buns' for your burgers.
5. Once the patties are cooked, remove them from the skillet and let them rest for a minute.
6. To assemble the burgers, place each patty in a lettuce leaf, top with slices of tomato and cucumber, and add a dollop of yogurt.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your gluten-free Köfte with Mint Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 10 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, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains fresh herbs, which provide antioxidants and enhance digestion.

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