Dinner

Lamb Kebab Burger Recipe

BySophie Carsel November 10, 2025November 10, 2025

Introduction

This lamb kebab burger is a flavorful twist on a classic favorite, combining juicy spiced lamb patties with a tangy garlic yogurt sauce. It’s perfect for a quick dinner that feels a bit special without requiring hours in the kitchen.

This image shows a burger with five visible layers. The bottom layer is a soft, light tan bun. On top of the bun are bright red slices of tomato, followed by green pickles that have a slightly shiny texture. Above the pickles is a dark brown burger patty with a grilled surface. Over the patty, white sauce with a smooth texture is dripping down, and small red chili slices are placed on top. Finally, green lettuce with a fresh and crisp look sits right under the top bun, which is lightly golden with white sesame seeds. The background is a white marbled texture and there are a few slices of chili next to the burger on the surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

2 tbsp fat-free yogurt
1 tbsp mayonnaise
1 small garlic clove, grated
½ tbsp vegetable oil
2 lamb burgers
2 sesame seed burger buns
1 tomato, sliced
20g gherkins, sliced
1 red chilli, finely sliced
Leaves of 1 Baby Gem lettuce

Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, combine the fat-free yogurt, mayonnaise, and grated garlic to make the garlic sauce. Set aside.
Step 2: Heat the vegetable oil in a non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Add the lamb burgers and cook for about 10 minutes, turning once halfway through, until they are piping hot in the center.
Step 3: Lightly toast the sesame seed burger buns to add a slight crunch and warmth.
Step 4: Assemble the burgers by dividing the tomato slices, gherkins, lamb patties, garlic sauce, red chilli slices, and Baby Gem lettuce leaves evenly between the two buns.
Step 5: Serve immediately while warm and enjoy your flavorful lamb kebab burger.

Tips & Variations

For extra heat, add more finely sliced red chilli or a pinch of chili flakes to the garlic sauce.
Swap the gherkins for pickled red onions for a sweeter tang.
Use wholemeal burger buns for a nuttier flavor and added fiber.

Storage

It’s best to enjoy these burgers fresh to preserve the texture of the buns and lettuce. If you have leftovers, store the cooked lamb patties separately in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or microwave and assemble with fresh buns and toppings before serving.

How to Serve

A sesame seed topped bun with the top half slightly lifted to show the layers inside: at the bottom, a soft, light brown bun, followed by slices of red tomato, then a layer of green pickles with wavy edges, topped with a cooked brown beef patty covered in white sauce drizzling down the sides. On top of the beef patty, there are bright green lettuce leaves and slices of red chili peppers scattered over the white sauce. The background is a white marbled surface with some sliced red chili pieces scattered around. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use frozen lamb burgers for this recipe?

Yes, frozen lamb burgers can be used but ensure they are fully thawed before cooking to allow even cooking.

What can I use instead of mayonnaise in the garlic sauce?

You can substitute mayonnaise with extra yogurt or a dollop of sour cream for a lighter or tangier sauce.