These Lamb Burgers are the most succulent, juicy and frankly the most flavorful burgers ever! Combining these lamb burgers with the flavors and toppings of nachos just takes them to a whole new level!
Fire up your BBQ today—you can’t miss these Best Lamb Burgers Loaded with Nachos recipe! They’re succulent, juicy and frankly the most flavorful lamb burgers ever! Now imagine combining these burgers with the flavors and toppings of a nachos platter! A burger dream come true.. 🙂
Why this recipe works:
These are seriously the BEST lamb burgers you can imagine! They’re different from the classic lamb burgers, which are often loaded with feta and yogurt sauce—which, don’t get me wrong, are still delicious! But these nachos loaded lamb burgers offer quite a lot more.
Picture the succulent juicy flavor-packed lamb burger patty stuffed with all your nachos fixing like grated cheddar cheese, fiery salsa and spicy jalapeños!
Above all, this recipe for lamb burgers is as easy, quick, simple and straightforward as can be! This is a burger recipe you can NOT miss and I’m sure you’ll be making it way after the Summer too! Fire up your grill and enjoy these lamb burgers! 🙂
How to make these Nachos-Loaded Lamb Burgers:
So let’s talk about the succulent lamb burger goodness. First of all, it’s all about the lamb so get yourself some really high-quality American lamb to get the best lamb burgers. Spice it up with flavors that pair perfectly with your nachos toppings—dried oregano, chilli powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
Get your lamb well mixed with all the spice but don’t overwork the meat. Shape your lamb into patties (the size of your choice—I made 3-inch diameter patties, 1/2 inch thick).
Open up a small hole in the centre of each lamb patty and stuff it with shredded sharp cheddar cheese and sliced jalapeños. This is optional but SO worth it!
Now get grilling! The lamb burgers need about 6-8 minutes on each side with the grill covered halfway, and a medium-high flame.
While the lamb burgers are cooking, prep your burger buns, toppings and salads.
To assemble these best lamb burgers, slather your burger buns with guacamole, top that with salsa, jalapeño slices, onion rings, tomato rings, the lamb burger, cheddar cheese, more salsa, guacamole and crushed chips!
Imagine taking a big bite of this great lamb burger! And imagine how hard it was for me to snap those photos with so many hands impatiently waiting for their lamb burgers lol
Hands down, this is the BEST lamb burger recipe ever! And probably the best way to celebrate this BBQ season and the best meal for Father’s Day!
Tips for success:
- Serve these lamb burgers with this quick Restaurant Style Mexican Salsa and Classic Mexican Guacamole.
- As side dishes, make some fries and a side of my Coleslaw with Kale Apple Pomegranate (substituted peach for the apples).
- If you don’t like lamb, you can use regular minced beef instead!
The Best Lamb Burgers Loaded with Nachos
These Lamb Burgers are the most succulent, juicy and frankly the most flavorful burgers ever! Combining these lamb burgers with the flavors and toppings of nachos just takes them to a whole new level!
Ingredients
- 3 pounds ground lamb
- 2 teaspoons kosher salt and same amount of coarse black pepper
- 2 tablespoons chilli powder
- 1 tablespoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
Filling: (optional)
- 4 jalapeno’s thinly sliced
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese packed
Toppings and Sides:
- Classic Mexican guacamole
- Restaurant style Mexican Salsa
- Sliced jalapeños
- Shredded Cheddar Cheese
- Onion Rings
- Tomato Slices
- Crushed Chips (your choice)
- Burger buns (your choice)
- French Fries
- Apple Kale Pomegranate Slaw (substitute Peach for the apples)
Instructions
- Season the lamb with all the spice and gently mix it to incorporate all the flavors without overworking the meat.
- Divide the lamb into 8 large patties—the size is your choice, I made large patties about 3 inch diameter and 1 inch thickness, and set the patties on a parchment lined baking sheet.
- Take one patty at a time and make a small dent in the centre and widen it so it can take the stuffing. Place about 4 slices of jalapeños and 2 tablespoons of cheddar cheese into each patty (more or less to your taste) and gently seal the patty back to its’ original shape.
- Preheat your BBQ to medium high and place the burgers on the grill. Grill for 6-8 minutes and then flip to the burger. Cover the grill and let the burger continue to cook for another 8 mins (depending not he size of your patties). Keep the grill covered until your lamb burgers are ready.
- Assemble the lamb burger: on the bottom burger bun, spread a teaspoon of guacamole, top with salsa, jalapenos, onions, tomatoes, the lamb burger, cheddar cheese, more salsa, guacamole, crushed chips and the top burger bun.
- Serve right away with a side of slaw, french fries, extra guacamole, salsa and chips! Enjoy 🙂
Recipe Notes
- Serve these lamb burgers with this quick Restaurant Style Mexican Salsa and Classic Mexican Guacamole.
- As side dishes, make some fries and a side of my Coleslaw with Kale Apple Pomegranate (substituted peach for the apples).
- If you don't like lamb, you can use regular minced beef instead!
These look amazing! Who cares that I just finished supper … I’m dying for one of these burgers right now!
Can’t wait to try this recipe out
Noel, this will be your go to burger!
I can see how these burgers are the center of attention at my party soon! They look absolutely delicious and I can imagine how juicy they are – wonderful recipe!
April–hope you make this recipe soon!
These burgers are so inviting! My family will go crazy over these! We say NO to this deliciousness!
We CAN’T say No to these burgers! They are mouth watering!
Thanks Catalina!
Hope you make it Catalina!
OH, I love the sound of crisp nachos to go with my burgers. We have burgers all the time because my little one is obsessed with burgers. Can’t wait to try these
Same here Veena!!
This is such a fun idea! This would be so perfect for a big tailgate or party!
So true!
It’s so delicious!
So true Joanna!
It really is!
Wow, wow, wow!!! I have to make these! What a flavor blast…love this idea and literally cannot wait to make them. Awesome recipe! ^_^
You’ll really LOVE these Tammy!
Now that’s summer!! My kids would feast over this. Not only do they like burgers they love nachos!! I can’t wait to try this.. Sounds so yum.
Thanks Veena!
We certainly love lamb and eat it frequently but not as burgers. You certainly are inspiring me to put ground lamb on the grocery list. Your burgers looks so juicy and flavorful. Using nacho flavorings on them is such a great idea.
Hope you make it Marisa!
You can’t beat a big, juicy tender burger, especially during the summer. And cooking on the grill is great because it doesn’t heat up the house.
So true!
Lamb is key to amazing burgers Amy!!
oh yes Krista they will totally blow your mind!!
These burgers look faantastic!! Perfect for summer grilling!
They really were Katerina!
Hello,
I just found your blog and all of your food looks tasty. I will definitely try these recipes. I have a question tho, for the burgers. How does the patty maintain its shape like the patties you do ? When I make mine, the meat tends to separate and fall off. I end up with runny burger 🙁 Any advice or tips on how to maintain a perfectly solid buger patty?
Thank you so much !
Thanks Lamiss! 🙂 Hope you try them soon and try as many recipes from the blog as you can!
When it comes to the burgers holding their shape, the best advice is not to crowd the meat with plenty of chunky ingredients. So avoid things like grated onions, minced garlic.. and rather go for onion powder, garlic powder and spice.. Also use meat that isn’t too finely ground. 🙂