Lamb Sliders

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground lamb
• 2 1/2 tsp dried rosemary
• 2 tsp dried oregano
• 2 large garlic cloves, grated or finely minced
• 1/4 small onion, grated or very finely minced
• 1 tsp kosher salt
• 1 large egg yolk
• 3 tbsp plain breadcrumbs (panko are fine)
• 2 tbsp + 1 tsp olive oil
• 1 tsp dried dill
• 2 tsp lemon juice
• 1/2 cup plain non-fat Greek ygourt
• 1 medium cucumber, very thinly sliced
• 15 mini pitas

Instructions

1. 1

   Add lamb, rosemary, oregano, garlic, onion, salt, egg yolk, breadcrumbs, and 1 teaspoon olive oil to a large bowl. Mix until combined. Do not over mix.

2. 2

   Separate the mixture into 15 loose balls. Flatten into patties about the size of the pita or slider buns.

3. 3

   Heat a large griddle or cast-iron skillet to a medium-high heat, drizzle 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil. Add half of the patties to the griddle or skillet, use a spatula to flatten the patties as much as your can. Cook until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Flip and cook another 1-2 minutes.

4. 4

   Repeat with 1/2 tablespoon olive oil and the remaining patties.

5. 5

   While the patties cook, add the Greek yogurt, dill, lemon juice and teaspoon olive oil to a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Stir until combined. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

6. 6

   To assemble: Cut a slit in each pita wide enough to fit patties in. Stuff cooked patties in the pita, spoon a little bit of dill sauce in and layer cucumbers on top. Garnish with more dried or fresh dill.