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Mediterranean Spiced Burgers

These Mediterranean spiced burgers pack a punch of flavor in each bite.
Course Main Course
Servings 4 burgers

Ingredients
  

Burgers

  • 3 tbsp olive oil divided + extra for searing the burgers
  • ½ cup yellow onions chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 lb ground meat chicken, turkey, beef, lamb, or vegan alternative
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ¼ cup fresh parsley minced
  • 2 tbsp dried mint
  • 1 tbsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp coriander powder
  • ½ tsp cumin powder
  • ¼ tsp all-spice powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp lemon zest

Assembly

  • burger buns
  • sliced onions
  • sliced tomatoes
  • sliced avocado
  • goat cheese crumbles
  • ketchup
  • mustard
  • mayo

Instructions
 

  • In a small pan, heat up 1 tbsp of olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the onions and the garlic to the pan and reduce the heat to medium. Let the onions cook and caramelize, stirring occasionally, for about 30 minutes.
  • While the onions are cooking, in a large bowl add all of the meat (whichever you’re using), garlic powder, parsley, mint, oregano, coriander, cumin, all spice, cayenne, salt, lemon zest, and 2 tbsp of olive oil.
  • Once the onions are done, add them to the bowl too. Mix until all the ingredients are just combined.
  • Divide the mixture into four equal parts and use your hands to make each part into a patty about a 1/2-in thick.
  • Add some olive oil to a hot skillet and place the patties on the skillet. Cook one side for 4-5 minutes and flip the burgers and cook for another 4-5 minutes. Adjust cooking times for your desired doneness. You can also grill the patties.
  • Serve the burgers hot with any toppings you like.