Afghan Burger (beef Or Chicken) Recipe
100% natural beef or chicken, seasoned with Afghan herbs and spices, served with French fries, tandoori naan, rice, salad, and cilantro yogurt sauce. (Specify if you’d like the egg topping.)
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Ingredients
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For the Afghan Burger
For the Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
For the Sides
Method
For the Afghan Burger
- 1
Prepare the Mixture
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef or chicken, finely chopped onion, minced garlic, cumin powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, and chopped cilantro. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a burger patty. If using an egg, beat it and mix it into the meat mixture before forming the patties for added moisture.
- 3
- 4
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
For the Cilantro Yogurt Sauce
- 5
Mix the Sauce
In a mixing bowl, combine the plain yogurt, chopped cilantro, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt. Stir well until the sauce is smooth and all ingredients are well incorporated.
For the Sides
- 6
Prepare the French Fries
Cook the French fries according to package instructions or fry them until golden and crispy.
- 7
Warm the Tandoori Naan
Heat the tandoori naan in the oven or on a skillet for a few minutes until warm.
- 8
Serve the Rice
Prepare the rice according to package instructions or use leftover rice that is already cooked.
- 9
Assemble the Salad
In a bowl, toss the mixed salad greens with your choice of dressing and serve immediately.
