Lamb Smashburgers with Red Onion Jam

Servings: 4 | Prep: 15 min. | Cook: 45 min.

Recipe provided by American Lamb Board and created by Homemade.

Directions

Prepare the Red Onion Jam

1. Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
2. Add the sliced red onions and kosher salt.
3. Cook, stirring occasionally, for 15 to 20 minutes until the onions are soft and caramelized.
4. Stir in the balsamic vinegar and honey.
5. Continue cooking for 2 to 3 minutes until the mixture thickens into a jam-like consistency.
6. Remove from the heat and let the red onion jam cool slightly.

Season the Lamb

1. Season the ground American Lamb with kosher salt and black pepper.
2. Divide the lamb into 4 equal portions.
3. Roll each portion into a ball.
4. Preheat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.

Cook the Lamb Smashburgers

1. Place one lamb ball onto the hot skillet.
2. Immediately press it firmly with a spatula to create a thin patty.
3. Repeat with the remaining lamb balls.
4. Cook for about 3 minutes on the first side until a dark crust forms.
5. Flip each patty and cook for another 3 minutes, or until your preferred doneness.
6. During the final minute, place one slice of cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.

Prepare the Mustard Mayo

1. Combine the mayonnaise and whole grain mustard in a small bowl.
2. Stir until smooth.

Assemble the Lamb Smashburgers

1. Toast the hamburger buns in a skillet with a little olive oil until crisp.
2. Spread the mustard mayo over the bottom bun.
3. Add a lamb smashburger patty.
4. Spoon a generous amount of red onion jam over the patty.
5. Top with the remaining bun.
6. Serve immediately while warm.