We like trying to make street foods at home, perfecting recipes for dishes like gyros and these spiced burgers, known as kofta.
—ANNE HENRY TORONTO, ON
START TO FINISH: 30 MIN. • MAKES: 6 SERVINGS
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
2 tablespoons minced fresh mint
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 teaspoon ground allspice
3/4 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
Refrigerated tzatziki sauce, optional
1. In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. Add beef; mix lightly but thoroughly. Shape into six 4x2-in. oblong patties.
2. Grill patties, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat 4-6 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. If desired, serve with sauce.