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Grilling time is always a good time, especially when there are burgers on the grill. This recipe combines my Hellenic roots with a traditional American staple, the hamburger. It is a perfect way to introduce something new to the grill, especially since you will also be grilling cheese!!! The grilled halloumi complements the burger well and really adds a sharpness of flavor. This is unlike any burger you have ever had. Try yours today!

Greek Burger

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Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 10 minutes mins

Wait 30 minutes mins

Total Time 55 minutes mins

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dinner, Lunch

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 pound ground pork
• 1 pound ground lamb
• 2 tablespoons oregano
• 1 tablespoon rosemary
• 1 teaspoon red chili flakes
• Salt
• Black pepper
• Olive Oil
• 1 block of halloumi or another semi-hard cheese that can be grilled cut into 1/4 inch slices
• 2 large tomatoes
• 1 large green cubanelle pepper
• Kalamata olives, pitted
• 1 large scallion

Method

 

1. In a large bowl add the meats, and the spices and mix. Drizzle a little bit of olive oil and mix further
2. Put the meat in the fridge and let cool for half an hour
3. Once the meat is ready, shape into 4oz patties and press a thumbprint into the center
4. Heat up a grill to medium high heat, or you can cook the patties in a ridge lined pan in a medium high heat as well using olive oil to sauté them
5. Cook the patties about 6 minutes on each side
6. Once the patties are done, cover them in foil and set them aside for about 10 minutes so that they can rest
7. Grill the halloumi, about 5 minutes on each side and set aside once done
8. Prepare a salad using the tomatoes, olives, pepper, and scallion. I was using this as both a burger topping and side salad
9. Assemble the burger to your liking using any condiments you choose. I topped mine with pickles and the salad I made