Boost burgers with the intense, delicious flavours of the Middle East. Pomegranate molasses, also called grenadine molasses, is found in Middle Eastern or specialty grocery stores. Its thick texture and sweettart flavour make it an ideal glaze for these burgers.
- Portion size 4 servings
- Credits : Canadian Living Magazine: August 2013
Ingredients
Method
In bowl, stir together lamb, tomato paste, egg, garlic, cumin, allspice, salt and hot pepper flakes until combined. Stir in parsley and cilantro. Shape into four 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick patties.Place on greased grill over medium-high heat; brush with half of the molasses. Close lid and grill, turning once and brushing with remaining molasses, until instant-read thermometer inserted in centre reads 160ºF (71ºC), 12 to 15 minutes. Serve with tomato and onion in buns.
Nutritional facts Per serving: about
- Sodium 580 mg
- Sugars 11 g
- Protein 29 g
- Calories 382.0
- Total fat 14 g
- Potassium 569 mg
- Cholesterol 101 mg
- Saturated fat 5 g
- Total carbohydrate 37 g
%RDI
- Iron 31.0
- Folate 46.0
- Calcium 11.0
- Vitamin A 9.0
- Vitamin C 17.0
