Köfte with Sumac Burger

Köfte with Sumac Burger is a flavorful and juicy gluten-free Turkish burger that combines aromatic spices with tender ground meat, served with a tangy sumac onion salad. This dish brings a taste of Turkey to your table, perfect for a satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Ground beef (or lamb) - 250 grams
• Red onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, finely chopped
• Sumac - 1 tablespoon
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Lettuce leaves - 2 large
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1 small, sliced
• Gluten-free burger buns - 2

Steps

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat, half of the chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, sumac, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
2. Shape the mixture into two equal-sized patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the sumac onion salad by mixing the remaining chopped onion with 1 teaspoon of sumac, a pinch of salt, and a drizzle of olive oil. Let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
5. To assemble the burgers, place each patty on a gluten-free bun, top with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and a generous amount of the sumac onion salad.
6. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Köfte with Sumac Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 28 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 25 g
• Saturated Fat: 8 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

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

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