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Moroccan-Style Lamb Burgers Recipe

Name: Moroccan-Style Lamb Burgers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Moroccan
Ingredients: 1 onion, roughly chopped; 2½ cm piece ginger, roughly chopped; 2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped; Handful of fresh coriander; 2 tsp ground coriander; 2 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp cinnamon; 75g ready-to-eat dried apricots, roughly chopped; 500g lean lamb mince; Salt and pepper, to season; Wholemeal rolls; Lettuce leaves; Sliced tomatoes; Sliced red onion; Mayonnaise

ByNoah Steele November 9, 2025November 9, 2025

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Introduction

These Moroccan-style lamb burgers are full of fragrant spices and sweet apricots, creating a deliciously unique twist on a classic favorite. Perfect for a flavorful weeknight meal or casual gathering, they promise a delightful blend of tender lamb and aromatic seasonings.

Two sandwiches sit on round copper plates on a white marbled surface. Each sandwich has four layers inside a whole grain bun: the bottom bun with a thick spread of white sauce, a bright red tomato slice, a piece of green lettuce, a thick patty with a rough texture and mixed green herbs, and on top, several thin slices of purple onion. The top bun rests lightly on the onions. Near the sandwiches, a small brown bowl holds white sauce. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 onion, roughly chopped
2½ cm piece ginger, roughly chopped

2 garlic cloves, roughly chopped
Handful of fresh coriander

2 tsp ground coriander
2 tsp ground cumin

1 tsp cinnamon
75g ready-to-eat dried apricots, roughly chopped
500g lean lamb mince

Wholemeal rolls, to serve
Lettuce, to serve
Sliced tomatoes, to serve

Sliced red onion, to serve
Mayonnaise, to serve

Instructions

Step 1: Blend the onion, ginger, garlic, and fresh coriander in a food processor until finely chopped.

Step 2: Add the ground coriander, ground cumin, cinnamon, chopped apricots, lamb mince, and seasoning to the food processor. Blend until the mixture is slightly chunky but well combined.
Step 3: Shape the lamb mixture into six evenly sized burgers.
Step 4: Cook the burgers under a medium-hot grill for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.

Step 5: Serve the lamb burgers in wholemeal rolls with lettuce, sliced tomatoes, sliced red onion, and a smear of mayonnaise.

Tips & Variations

For extra moisture, soak the dried apricots in warm water for 10 minutes before chopping.
Try adding a pinch of chili flakes if you like a bit of heat.

These burgers also work well cooked on a barbecue or stovetop grill pan.
Swap mayonnaise for a dollop of Greek yogurt mixed with lemon juice and mint for a fresher topping.

Storage

Store any leftover cooked lamb burgers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a low oven or microwave until warmed through. For uncooked patties, freeze them on a tray, then transfer to a freezer bag and keep for up to 1 month. Thaw before cooking.