Tandır Burger
Tandır Burger is a high-protein Turkish burger that features tender, marinated lamb patties infused with traditional spices, served on a soft pita bread with fresh toppings. This dish marries savory flavors with a delightful crunch, making it a perfect meal for burger enthusiasts looking for something unique.

30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Turkish
550 kcal
Ingredients
- Ground lamb - 300 grams
- Onion - 1 medium, finely chopped
- Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
- Parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
- Cumin - 1 teaspoon
- Paprika - 1 teaspoon
- Salt - 1 teaspoon
- Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
- Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
- Pita bread - 2 pieces
- Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
- Cucumber - 1 small, sliced
- Yogurt - 100 grams
- Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon
Steps
- In a mixing bowl, combine the ground lamb, chopped onion, minced garlic, parsley, cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Shape the mixture into 2 equal-sized patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the lamb patties and cook for about 5-6 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and cooked through.
- While the patties are cooking, prepare the toppings by slicing the tomato and cucumber.
- Warm the pita bread in a separate pan or microwave for a few seconds until soft.
- Assemble the burger by placing a lamb patty on each pita, topping with sliced tomato, cucumber, and a dollop of yogurt mixed with lemon juice.
- Serve immediately and enjoy your Tandır Burger!
Nutrition
- Calories: 550
- Protein: 35 g
- Carbs: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 650 mg
- Cholesterol: 90 mg
- Total Fat: 32 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
- Water: 0.5 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
- Contains healthy fats from olive oil, beneficial for heart health.
Tags
TurkishHigh ProteinBurger