Pita Burgers
Ingredients
1 ⅓ lbs.
Kowalski's Certified Akaushi Ground Chuck (or Kowalski's Naturally Raised Ground Lamb)
3 tbsp.
harissa paste, divided
1 ½ tsp.
ground cumin
1 tsp.
cumin seeds, divided
1 tsp.
garlic powder
½ tsp.
kosher salt, plus more for seasoning
¼ tsp.
freshly ground Kowalski's Black Peppercorns, plus more for seasoning
½ cup
mayonnaise
4
whole-grain pita breads, warmed
- toppings, to taste: sliced tomato, sliced cucumber, sliced red onion, fresh mint, fresh cilantro and crumbled feta cheese
Directions
- Preheat grill to high heat; clean grill grates.
- Using clean hands, mix beef with 2 tbsp. harissa, cumin, ½ tsp. cumin seeds, garlic powder, salt and pepper; form 4 patties.
- Grill burgers over direct heat, covered, until done (about 5 min. per side), turning once.
- Remove from heat; loosely cover with foil and let stand for 3-5 min.
- In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise with remaining harissa and cumin seeds; season with salt and pepper.
- Serve burgers on (or in) pitas with desired toppings.
