How to Make a WINNING Lamb Smash Burger

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground Lamb (fresh, 80% lean)
• 4 pieces Potato Rolls (soft, slightly sweet, sliced horizontally)
• 1 medium Onion (peeled and roughly chopped)
• 2 medium Tomato (seeded and roughly chopped)
• 1 tbsp Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
• 1 tsp Red Chili Flakes (adjust to heat preference)
• 1 tsp Salt (plus pinch for jam)
• 1/2 tsp Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 1/2 tsp Ground Cumin (optional, adds earthiness)
• 2 tbsp Olive Oil (for cooking the jam and patties)
• 4 oz Feta Cheese (crumbled)
• 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped, plus extra for garnish)
• 4 slices Dijon Pickles (thinly sliced)

Instructions

1. Make Spicy Tomato‑Onion Jam

   Pulse the onion and tomato together in the food processor until finely chopped but not pureed. Transfer to a small saucepan, add olive oil, chili flakes, lemon juice, a pinch of salt, and stir.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: Medium heat

2. Season and Shape Lamb Balls

   Place the ground lamb in a mixing bowl, add 1/2 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 1/2 tsp ground cumin. Mix gently until just combined, then portion into 2‑ounce (≈56 g) balls.

   Time: PT5M

3. Heat Skillet and Toast Rolls

   Add 1 tbsp olive oil to the cast‑iron skillet and heat over high heat until shimmering. Place the potato rolls cut side down and toast until golden, about 1 minute. Remove and set aside.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: High

4. Smash the Lamb Patties

   Add the remaining 1 tbsp oil to the hot skillet. Place a lamb ball in the pan, let it sit 10 seconds, then press firmly with the spatula to flatten to about 1/4‑inch thickness. Season the exposed side with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cook 2‑3 minutes, flip, season the other side, and cook another 2‑3 minutes for medium‑rare (or longer to desired doneness).

   Time: PT6M

   Temperature: High

5. Assemble the Burgers

   Spread a generous spoonful of the spicy jam on the bottom half of each toasted roll. Place a cooked lamb patty on top, then sprinkle crumbled feta, chopped cilantro, and a slice of Dijon pickle. Add another spoonful of jam, then cap with the top roll.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

560

Protein

30 g

Carbohydrates

45 g

Fat

30 g

Fiber

3 g