Midnight Summer Lamb Sliders with Pomegranate Gremolata
A sophisticated twist on party food, these sliders combine succulent spiced lamb with a vibrant, jewel-toned pomegranate salsa. Perfect for Week 30's festive gatherings, they offer a burst of Middle Eastern flavor that is as visually stunning as it is delicious.
In short
Midnight Summer Lamb Sliders with Pomegranate Gremolata takes about 40 minutes (25 min prep, 15 min cooking), serves 4 and needs 12 ingredients.
Ingredients
- Minced lamb500 g
- Ground cumin1 tsp
- Ground coriander1 tsp
- Ground cinnamon0.5 tsp
- Garlic cloves, minced2 stk
- Mini brioche buns12 stk
- Labneh or thick Greek yogurt200 g
- Fresh mint leaves, chopped0.5 pot
- Pomegranate seeds100 g
- Fresh parsley, finely chopped1 handful
- Lemon zest1 stk
- Olive oil2 tbsp
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine the minced lamb with cumin, coriander, cinnamon, minced garlic, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix well by hand and form into 12 small, thick patties.
- 2
In a small bowl, whisk the labneh or Greek yogurt with half of the chopped mint and a squeeze of lemon juice. Set aside in the fridge to keep cool.
- 3
Mix the pomegranate seeds, finely chopped parsley, lemon zest, the remaining mint, and olive oil in a bowl. This vibrant mixture will serve as your refreshing topping.
- 4
Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat with a drizzle of oil. Fry the lamb patties for 3-4 minutes per side until beautifully caramelized and cooked through. Toast the brioche buns lightly in the same pan.
- 5
Spread a generous dollop of minted labneh on the bottom bun. Place the lamb patty on top, then spoon over a large portion of the pomegranate gremolata. Close with the top bun and secure with a cocktail stick for a festive presentation.
Questions and answers
How long does Midnight Summer Lamb Sliders with Pomegranate Gremolata take?
About 40 minutes in total: 25 minutes prep and 15 minutes cooking.
How many servings does it make?
The recipe serves 4.
What ingredients do I need?
You need 12 ingredients: Minced lamb, Ground cumin, Ground coriander, Ground cinnamon, Garlic cloves, minced, Mini brioche buns …. With Veloop you can add them all to your shopping list.
