Gyros Burgers

 

Gyros Burgers 

Ingredients

For the Burger Patties:

• 1 lb ground lamb (or beef or a 50/50 mix)

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 small onion, finely grated or minced

• 1 tsp dried oregano

• 1 tsp ground cumin

• 1/2 tsp ground coriander

• 1/2 tsp smoked paprika

• Salt & pepper to taste

Toppings:

• Tzatziki sauce (store-bought or homemade, recipe below)

• Sliced red onion

• Tomato slices

• Shredded lettuce or chopped romaine

• Crumbled feta cheese (optional)

• Cucumber slices (optional)

• Pita bread or burger buns

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👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Prep the Patties:

   • In a bowl, mix ground meat with garlic, onion, oregano, cumin, coriander, paprika, salt, and pepper.

   • Form into 4 burger patties.

   • Chill in the fridge for 15-30 minutes to let the flavors settle.

2. Cook:

   • Grill or pan-fry over medium-high heat for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until cooked through to your liking.

3. Build the Burger:

   • Toast your pita or burger buns if desired.

   • Spread tzatziki sauce on the bottom.

   • Add the patty, then top with onions, tomato, lettuce, feta, and cucumber.

   • Spoon on more tzatziki or feta crumbles if you’re feeling extra.

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🧄 Quick Homemade Tzatziki (optional but awesome)

• 1 cup Greek yogurt

• 1/2 cucumber, grated and squeezed dry

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• 1 tbsp lemon juice

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tbsp chopped fresh dill (or 1 tsp dried)

• Salt to taste

Mix all together in a bowl and chill for 15–30 minutes.