Saray Burger

The Saray Burger is a delicious fusion of traditional Turkish flavors and modern burger elements, featuring a spiced lamb patty topped with fresh vegetables and a tangy yogurt sauce. This Halal dish is perfect for a unique twist on a classic meal.

Ingredients

• Ground lamb - 250 grams
• Onion - 1 small, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Cumin - 1 teaspoon
• Paprika - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Burger buns - 2, Halal
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1 small, sliced
• Lettuce - 2 leaves
• Yogurt - 100 grams
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. In a bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin, paprika, salt, black pepper, and parsley. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
2. Form the mixture into two equal-sized patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are cooked through and have a nice brown crust.
4. While the patties are cooking, prepare the yogurt sauce by mixing the yogurt with lemon juice and a pinch of salt in a small bowl.
5. To assemble the burgers, place a cooked patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with lettuce, tomato, and cucumber slices.
6. Drizzle the yogurt sauce over the top and place the other half of the bun on top to complete the burger.
7. Serve immediately with a side of salad or your choice of fries.

Nutrition

• Calories: 480
• Protein: 25 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 75 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein from the lamb, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil and yogurt, which can improve heart health.

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