How To Make Barbecued Lamb Patties

Barbecued Lamb Patties Recipe. A great healthy alternative to the traditional hamburger. Enjoy our Barbecued Lamb Patties recipe.

Step 1:
You will need

* 400 g minced lamb
* 2 medium slices white bread , crusts removed
* 1 medium onion, finely chopped
* 1 medium garlic clove, finely chopped
* 4 Tbsp parsley, chopped
* 1 Tbsp cumin
* salt and pepper
* for the minted yoghurt
* 120 ml natural yoghurt
* 1 Tbsp mint, chopped
* 2 Tbsp olive oil
* 2 medium aubergines
* 1 small handful, parsley leaves , to garnish
* 1 barbecue, coal or gas
* 2 bowls
* 2 spoons
* 2 trays
* 1 small knife
* 1 metal spatula
* 1 pair of tongs

Step 2:
Prepare the barbecue
If you have a charcoal barbeque, light it 30-45 minutes before you plan to cook. If you are using gas, light it up, turn it to it's highest setting and leave for 15-20 minutes to heat up.
Step 3:
Barbecue the aubergines
With the small knife, prick the aubergines and place a few at a time on the barbecue and cook for 8-10 minutes each side.
Step 4:
Soak the bread
Fill a bowl with water, add the bread and allow to soak for a few seconds, then squeeze to remove excess water.
Step 5:
Start the lamb patties
Into a bowl add the minced lamb, bread, onions, garlic, parsley, cumin, salt and pepper. Mix with your hands until combined well.
Step 6:
Turn the aubergines
Now is time to turn aubergines on the other side.
Step 7:
Make yogurt sauce
Add chopped mint,olive oil,salt and pepper to the yogurt and mix well.
Step 8:
Remove aubergines
The aubergines are cooked when soft. Remove from the barbecue and allow to cool.
Step 9:
Continue with the lamb patties
Take a small amount of the lamb mixture and mould into a ball with your hands. Flatten slightly and place onto a tray. Continue until you have used up all the mixture.
Step 10:
Barbecue the patties
Place the lamb patties onto the barbecue and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side until nicely browned.
Step 11:
Serve
Using a small knife, make an opening on one side of the aubergine, place 3-4 patties on top and drizzle the minted yogurt over. Garnish with parsley and serve.