Makes 4 burgers
Ingredients
Balsamic Glazed Onions
- 1 1/2 teaspoons vegetable oil
- 4 cups onion, sliced thin
- 1 tablespoon garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI
Grilled Greek Lamb Burger
- 1 pound ground lamb
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons garlic
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI*
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika, as needed
- 1 cup feta cheese
- 4 buns
- Balsamic glazed onions, as needed
Directions
- For the balsamic glazed onions: heat oil on medium-low, add onions and garlic, and sauté until they are clear.
- Turn the heat up, and sauté until they begin to caramelize. Add the sugar, salt, and Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI, and cook until the liquid has fully reduced. Remove and chill.
- For the grilled Greek lamb burgers: Combine ground lamb, herbs, Balsamic Vinegar of Modena PGI, salt, and pepper, and mix to incorporate. Do not over-mix.
- Form into four patties and grill or pan-fry to desired internal temperature (155°F minimum).
- Serve burgers on buns, and top with crumbled feta cheese and balsamic glazed onions.
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