Description
These Lamb Sliders with Dill Greek Yogurt are a flavorful Mediterranean-inspired appetizer perfect for gatherings or a casual meal. Ground lamb is seasoned with aromatic herbs and garlic, pan-seared to perfection, and served in mini pitas with a tangy dill-infused Greek yogurt sauce and fresh cucumber slices.
Ingredients
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Lamb Patties
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 2 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
- 2 tsp dried oregano
- 2 large garlic cloves, grated or minced
- 1/4 small onion, grated or finely minced
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1 large egg yolk
- 3 tbsp plain breadcrumbs (panko works too)
- 1 tsp olive oil (for mixing)
- 1/2 tbsp olive oil (for cooking)
Dill Greek Yogurt Sauce
- 1 cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tsp dried dill
- 2 tsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Assembly
- 1 medium cucumber, thinly sliced
- 15 mini pitas (or slider buns if preferred)
Instructions
- Prepare the Lamb Patties: In a large bowl, combine ground lamb, dried rosemary, dried oregano, grated garlic, grated onion, kosher salt, egg yolk, breadcrumbs, and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overmix which can make the patties tough. Divide the mixture into 15 equal portions, then shape each into a ball and flatten to small patties that will fit inside the mini pitas.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and add 1/2 tablespoon olive oil. Place half of the patties in the skillet, pressing each gently with a spatula to ensure even contact. Cook until golden and crispy, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Remove and keep warm. Repeat the cooking process with the remaining patties, adding more oil as needed to prevent sticking.
- Make the Dill Greek Yogurt: In a small bowl, stir together the Greek yogurt, dried dill, lemon juice, and 1 teaspoon olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to your taste, mixing until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble the Sliders: Cut a slit in each mini pita pocket. Place a cooked lamb patty inside each pita, add a generous dollop of the dill Greek yogurt sauce, then layer with thin cucumber slices. Garnish with extra dill if desired for a fresh finishing touch.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve the sliders warm as a delicious finger food perfect for parties or a satisfying snack. Enjoy the combination of tender lamb, creamy tangy yogurt, and crisp cucumber for a delightful Mediterranean treat.
Notes
- To keep the patties juicy, avoid overmixing the meat mixture.
- For a fresher yogurt sauce, use fresh dill if available instead of dried.
- If mini pitas are not available, slider buns or small dinner rolls work as good alternatives.
- Cook patties in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan, which helps them brown properly.
- These sliders can be served with additional toppings such as tomato slices or red onion for more flavor variety.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
