Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with a culinary masterpiece that bridges continents and challenges traditional burger expectations! These Lamb Eggplant Sliders with Mint Chutney are not just a meal, they're a gourmet adventure that transforms ordinary ingredients into an extraordinary dining experience. Imagine succulent ground lamb, perfectly grilled and nestled between soft slider buns, complemented by smoky eggplant and a vibrant mint chutney that will make your palate dance with delight.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 15 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: Fusion
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground lamb
- 1 eggplant, sliced into rounds
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 slider buns
- 1/2 cup mint chutney
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Begin by preparing the ingredients. Slice the eggplant into rounds, approximately 1/2 inch thick. Season the eggplant slices with salt and let them sit for about 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture.
- While the eggplant is resting, preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. If using a grill pan, lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
- After 10 minutes, rinse the eggplant slices under cold water to remove the salt, and pat them dry with paper towels.
- In a mixing bowl, season the ground lamb with salt and pepper to taste. Form the seasoned lamb into slider-sized patties, about 3 inches in diameter.
- Once the grill is hot, place the lamb patties on it. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (internal temperature should be at least 160°F for medium).
- While the lamb patties are cooking, place the eggplant slices on the grill. Grill the eggplant for about 3-4 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
- Assemble the sliders by placing a grilled lamb patty on the bottom half of each slider bun. Top each patty with a grilled eggplant slice and a generous spoonful of mint chutney.
- Finish the sliders by adding fresh mint leaves on top, then place the top half of the slider bun to complete the assembly.
- Serve the Lamb Eggplant Sliders warm, accompanied by any remaining mint chutney on the side for dipping. Enjoy your delicious fusion meal!
Tips
- Salt and Rest Technique: When preparing eggplant, salting and letting it sit helps draw out moisture, ensuring a firmer, more flavorful grilled result.
- Temperature Control: Use a meat thermometer to ensure your lamb patties reach the perfect 160°F for safe and juicy cooking.
- Grill Marks Matter: For beautiful presentation, rotate your eggplant and lamb 45 degrees halfway through grilling to create those Instagram-worthy crosshatch marks.
- Chutney Pro Tip: Make your mint chutney ahead of time to allow flavors to meld and intensify.
- Bun Selection: Choose slider buns that are soft but sturdy enough to hold your delicious ingredients without falling apart.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 403kcal
Carbohydrates: 40g
Protein: 22g
Fat: 14g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 30mg
