How To Make Barbecued Lamb Patties

How To Make Barbecued Lamb Patties

Barbecued Lamb Patties Recipe. A great healthy alternative to the traditional hamburger. Enjoy our Barbecued Lamb Patties recipe.

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Step 1:

You will need

• 400 g minced lamb
• 2 medium slices white bread , crusts removed
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 1 medium garlic clove, finely chopped
• 4 Tbsp parsley, chopped
• 1 Tbsp cumin
• salt and pepper
• for the minted yoghurt
• 120 ml natural yoghurt
• 1 Tbsp mint, chopped
• 2 Tbsp olive oil
• 2 medium aubergines
• 1 small handful, parsley leaves , to garnish
• 1 barbecue, coal or gas
• 2 bowls
• 2 spoons
• 2 trays
• 1 small knife
• 1 metal spatula
• 1 pair of tongs

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Step 2:

Prepare the barbecue

If you have a charcoal barbeque, light it 30-45 minutes before you plan to cook. If you are using gas, light it up, turn it to it's highest setting and leave for 15-20 minutes to heat up.

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Step 3:

Barbecue the aubergines

With the small knife, prick the aubergines and place a few at a time on the barbecue and cook for 8-10 minutes each side.

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Step 4:

Soak the bread

Fill a bowl with water, add the bread and allow to soak for a few seconds, then squeeze to remove excess water.

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Step 5:

Start the lamb patties

Into a bowl add the minced lamb, bread, onions, garlic, parsley, cumin, salt and pepper. Mix with your hands until combined well.

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Step 6:

Turn the aubergines

Now is time to turn aubergines on the other side.

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Step 7:

Make yogurt sauce

Add chopped mint,olive oil,salt and pepper to the yogurt and mix well.

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Step 8:

Remove aubergines

The aubergines are cooked when soft. Remove from the barbecue and allow to cool.

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Step 9:

Continue with the lamb patties

Take a small amount of the lamb mixture and mould into a ball with your hands. Flatten slightly and place onto a tray. Continue until you have used up all the mixture.

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Step 10:

Barbecue the patties

Place the lamb patties onto the barbecue and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned.

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Step 11:

Serve

Using a small knife, make an opening on one side of the aubergine, place 3-4 patties on top and drizzle the minted yogurt over. Garnish with parsley and serve.