These keto lamb burger patties are a delicious and juicy way to enjoy ground lamb. The combination of ground lamb and salty halloumi cheese creates a unique Mediterranean flavor and a tasty alternative to ground beef. Perfect for the grill outside or inside.
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Why Lamb For Burgers?
Lamb is an excellent choice for ketogenic diets due to its high-fat content and rich flavor. It pairs beautifully with halloumi, a semi-hard cheese with a high melting point, resulting in juicy, delicious patties that won’t dry out on the grill.
Easy Keto Lamb Burger Patty Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground lamb
- 9 oz halloumi cheese, grated
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley
- 1 tbsp finely chopped rosemary
- 1 tsp pepper
- Salt, to taste
How To Make Keto Lamb Burger Patties
- Combine Patty Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine all patty ingredients. Mix thoroughly with your hands (wearing gloves is recommended) until well combined.
- Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 10 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball, then flatten it into a patty shape.
- Grill Patties: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the patties for 5-8 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
- Serve: Top the cooked lamb and halloumi patties with your favorite sauce and serve with lettuce cups, avocado slices, grilled vegetables, or on a keto burger bun.
Tips and Variations for Keto Lamb Burgers
- Lettuce-Wrapped Lamb Burgers: For a low-carb option, skip the bun and wrap your lamb burger in lettuce leaves.
- Greek Lamb Burgers: For a Greek-inspired twist, add crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and a drizzle of red wine vinegar to your cucumber cream.
- Low-Carb Lamb Burger Bowls: For a hearty and satisfying meal, serve your lamb patties over a bed of cauliflower rice or mixed greens.
Storing
These lamb and halloumi keto hamburgers can be frozen raw and defrosted for a last-minute dinner.
This recipe makes 10 burgers. 1 serving is 1 burger and has 1g net carbs.
Leftover Lamb burger patties can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! While halloumi is traditional, you can experiment with other cheeses like feta, goat cheese, or even cheddar.
Yes, you can prepare the patties and cucumber cream in advance. Store them separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or freeze the patties for up to 3 months.
Lamb has no carbs, is high in fat, and is perfect for the ketogenic diet. Never choose lean cuts of lamb unless you intend on adding other fatty ingredients. So yes lamb is keto-friendly.
Keto Lamb Burger Patties
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Ingredients
- 2 lb Ground Lamb
- 9 oz Halloumi Cheese grated
- 2 eggs
- 2 tsp Cumin ground
- 1 tbsp Parsley finely chopped
- 1 tsp Rosemary finely chopped
- 1 tsp Pepper
- 1 pinch Salt
Instructions
- Place all patty ingredients in a large bowl and mix together. Mixing with hands is the quickest method to evenly combine the ingredients, disposable gloves are recommend.2 lb Ground Lamb, 9 oz Halloumi Cheese, 2 eggs, 2 tsp Cumin, 1 tbsp Parsley, 1 tsp Rosemary, 1 tsp Pepper, 1 pinch Salt
- Separate the mix into 10 evenly sized pieces and roll each into a smooth ball, flatten the balls into a burger patty shape.
- Grill the patties over medium-high heat for 5-8 minutes each side until cooked through and serve.
Notes
- Lettuce-Wrapped Lamb Burgers: For a low-carb option, skip the bun and wrap your lamb burger in lettuce leaves.
- Greek Lamb Burgers: Add crumbled feta cheese, Kalamata olives, and a drizzle of red wine vinegar to your cucumber cream for a Greek-inspired twist.
- Low-Carb Lamb Burger Bowls: Serve your lamb patties over a bed of cauliflower rice or mixed greens for a hearty and satisfying meal.
Nutrition
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