Savour the juiciness of Minted Lamb Burgers – a delicious twist on classic burgers. Learn how to make them at home with this easy recipe.
We sometimes get into little routines with our meal plans.
At the moment, we seem to be having burgers on most Saturdays, curries with leftover meat on Mondays, and Mexican on Tuesdays.
It won’t last forever, but at the moment, it’s quite nice.
Saturdays are busy, so burgers are quick and easy, and there are lots that you can do with them or serve with them to change things up.
Routines, or themes, make meal planning easier, and if you find things that work around your routine, as long as you can change things up and don’t get bored, they are great.
So, for now, homemade burger Saturdays it is, and this recipe for minted lamb burgers is a big hit!
Why You’ll Love This Minted Lamb Burgers Recipe
We love lamb burgers with mint sauce, and I think you will too because:
- Using mint sauce makes the recipe incredibly easy!
- You can easily make them stronger or milder to suit your family’s tastes.
- Lamb burgers are super juicy and always taste delicious.
- They are really fast to make, perfect for busy weekends or midweek dinners.
- Minted Lamb is a classic flavour, and these burgers are a great way to get the kids to try something a little different, in a shape they are familiar with.
Ingredients for Lamb and Mint Burgers
Most recipes for minted lamb burgers use fresh mint. Which is great. But I think the mint sauce is even better.
Minted lamb burgers with mint sauce have a great flavour, and most of us have mint sauce in the fridge.
I also find that adding a liquid or sauce like this helps to bind the meat together.
I use:
Cooking Spray – or cooking oil
Lamb Mince
Onion – I tend to use brown, but red onion is great in this burger recipe, too.
Mint Sauce
Oregano
Burger Rolls, Fresh Lettuce and Tomato – To Serve
You can also have minted lamb burgers with cheese, just adding a slice of your favourite. I prefer without, even though I love beef burgers with cheese.
Can You Use Fresh Mint?
Yes, of course. If you’d rather use fresh mint, chop a handful finely and mix in with the mince instead.
But I do recommend giving lamb burgers with mint sauce a try!
Can You Use Lower Fat Lamb Mince?
You can make minted lamb burgers with low-fat mince. The mint sauce means that you don’t need as much fat to bind the burgers together, so a 10% fat lamb mince would work well.
Is it a Strong Flavour?
No.
I always worry that the kids would be put off by a really strong mint flavour.
So, I use 3-4 teaspoons of mint sauce for a fairly mild minty flavour.
However, if you like a stronger flavour, you can add another teaspoon or even two.
How do You Make Minted Lamb Burgers?
When I make burgers, I like to mix the meat, onions, and any flavourings together with my hands.
It’s easier to get the shapes right and to compact it all for a nice, juicy burger that holds its shape.
You can get the full recipe in the card at the bottom of this post.
Do You Need a Burger Press?
No, you don’t need a burger press to make these homemade lamb and mint burgers.
If you’ve got one, by all means, use it.
I use an old plastic lid that we kept once because it’s the perfect size.
I line my lid with cling film, press ¼ of my burger mix in tightly, and then use the cling film to lift it out.
From here, you can either wrap them to keep in the fridge for later or pop them straight in the pan and re-use the clingfilm for all of the patties.
If you haven’t got a press or a deep lid, you can just shape them with your hands roughly, first rolling them into a ball before pressing them into a nice compact patty.
Can You BBQ Homemade Burgers?
Yes, you can BBQ or grill homemade burgers. Just cook for a few minutes on each side until the middle is piping hot.
Can You Freeze Homemade Lamb Burgers?
To freeze homemade lamb burgers, wrap them tightly in cling film and freeze them for up to two months. Thaw your lamb mint burger fully in the fridge before cooking.
What to Serve with Minted Lamb Burgers
I serve my mint lamb burgers with homemade wedges, coleslaw and corn. You could also serve them with salad, chips, or any other veggies.
More Lamb Recipes
I love lamb. Some of my favourite recipes include:
- Lamb Tikka Masala
- Lamb Rogan Josh
- Stew with Lamb
- Leftover Lamb Pie
- Greek Lamb Traybake
- Lamb Tagine
- Minted Lamb Hotpot
- Lamb Stir Fry
Minted Lamb Burgers
Ingredients
- Cooking Spray (or oil)
- 475 g Lamb Mince
- ½ Brown Onion (Finely Diced)
- 3 Teaspoons Mint Sauce
- 1 Teaspoon Dried Oregano
- 4 Burger Buns
- Lettuce and Tomato (To Serve – optional)
Instructions
- Place the lamb mince, mint sauce, diced onion and oregano in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix thoroughly with your hands, until combined in a ball.
- Divide into 4 equal balls.
- Use either a press or your hands to press into compact patties.
- Mist a large non-stick frying pan with cooking spray and warm over a medium heat on the hob.
- Add the burger patties and fry for 5 minutes on each side until the centre is cooked through and piping hot.
- Serve on burger buns with lettuce.
Notes
- This is a fairly mild mint flavour, add more mint sauce if you are looking for something stronger.
Any nutritional information is given as a general guide only and may not be accurate. The information is provided using an online calculator and is specific to my ingredients. Please make your own calculations if you want precise information.
