GOURMET CHOPPED LAMB STEAKS

Ontario lamb provides a convenient alternative to beef or turkey. The perfect choice for a quick healthy meal, these patties can be served with a side of locally sourced vegetables for a delicious fall supper.

2 tsp olive oil (10 mL)
2 tbsp finely diced onions (30 mL)
2 tbsp finely diced button mushrooms (30 mL)
1 lb ground lamb (500 g)
1 tsp fresh or dried oregano (5 mL)
1 tsp chopped mint (5 mL)
2 tbsp bread crumbs (30 mL)
1 egg
1 tbsp BBQ sauce (15 mL)
1/2 tsp Worcestershire sauce (2 mL)
1/4 tsp salt (1 mL)
pinch freshly ground black pepper pinch

Lamb patties: In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion and mushrooms and sautee until tender, approximately 3 to 5 minutes.

Once sauteed, place the items in the fridge for approximately 15 minutes to cool.

In a large bowl, add lamb, oregano, mint, bread crumbs, egg, BBQ sauce, Worcestershire sauce, salt and pepper and mix until well combined. Add cooled mushroom mixture and mix until combined.

Form lamb mixture into 5 equal sized patties and refrigerate until ready to use.

To grill: Set BBQ to medium-high. Grill patties for approximately 3 to 5 minutes per side, flipping once, or until cooked through.

To pan-fry: Heat skillet to medium heat, cook patties for approximately 3 to 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

Makes 5 servings.

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