Chef John's Lamb Moussaka Burger

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground lamb
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 hamburger buns
• 1 cup eggplant moussaka sauce
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the ground lamb, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.
2. Form the mixture into 4 patties.
3. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.
4. While the patties are cooking, toast the hamburger buns. Place the toasted buns on a plate.
5. Top each bun with a cooked patty and 1/4 cup of eggplant moussaka sauce. Sprinkle with feta cheese.
6. Serve with a side of Greek salad.

Interesting Facts

• Moussaka is a traditional Greek dish made with eggplant, ground meat, and a creamy white sauce.
• This recipe is a great way to use up leftover moussaka sauce.
• Feta cheese is a salty, crumbly cheese that adds a delicious flavor to this burger.