LAMB AND FETA SLIDERS WITH MINT AIOLI

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Lamb and Feta Sliders with Mint Aioli image

Provided by Guy Fieri

Categories     appetizer

Time 24m

Yield 16 sliders

Number Of Ingredients 21

1 1/2 pounds ground lamb
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/4 cup finely diced red onion
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
Kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon pomegranate molasses
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon canola oil
16 small Hawaiian sweet rolls or potato rolls
1/2 medium cucumber, peeled and sliced paper thin
Mint Aioli, recipe follows
Fresh mint leaves, for garnish
4 cloves garlic
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
2 egg yolks, organic if possible
1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon mustard powder
1/4 cup extra light, extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to indirect heat, low setting, approximately 325 degrees F.
  • In a medium bowl, add the lamb, garlic, red onion and feta. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Mix well with your hands. Form the mixture into 16 small patties (about 2 1/2 inches in diameter and 1 1/4-inch thick). Use your index finger to press a shallow dimple into the center of each patty. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to grill.
  • In a small bowl, combine the balsamic vinegar, pomegranate molasses and soy sauce.
  • Oil a paper towel with the canola oil and wipe down the grill grates several times to well coat with the oil. Immediately place the patties on the grill (dimple-side down) and cook for 8 minutes. Turn over, baste the tops with the balsamic mixture and cook for 4 to 6 minutes more (or to 130 degrees F for medium rare and 140 degrees F for medium).
  • Remove from the grill and place on the Hawaiian sweet rolls or potato rolls. Add 2 slices of cucumber and a teaspoon of the Mint Aioli. Serve garnished with mint leaves.
  • Mince the garlic, and then sprinkle the salt on top, and continue to mince and smash the salt into the garlic to form a paste. In a small bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade, blend the yolks, garlic paste, lemon juice and mustard powder. Slowly add the olive oil to the yolk mixture in a very slow steady stream until the mixture is emulsified. Add the fresh mint and pepper and pulse until incorporated. Refrigerate.

Michelle Russelburg
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I love the combination of lamb and feta in these sliders. The mint aioli is also a great addition.


NAHID YANKE
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These sliders were easy to make and turned out great! I will definitely be making these again.


Usman Bloch
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I made these sliders for a party and they were a huge hit! Everyone loved them. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Julio Moreno
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These sliders were delicious! I especially loved the mint aioli. I would definitely make these again.


Kelby Thamu
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I found this recipe to be a bit bland. I think it could have used more seasoning. I would also recommend adding some vegetables to the sliders, such as lettuce or tomato.


Ace Rosa
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These sliders were a bit too greasy for my taste. I think I would have preferred them if the lamb had been grilled instead of fried.


Asive Magobotiti
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I love the combination of lamb and feta in these sliders. The mint aioli is also a great addition. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Utibe Archibong
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These sliders were easy to make and turned out great! The lamb was cooked perfectly and the flavors were all well-balanced. I will definitely be making these again.


Gumisiriza Asaph
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I made these sliders for my family and they loved them! The lamb was tender and flavorful, and the feta and mint aioli added a nice touch of flavor. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


haris zahid
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These sliders were a hit at my last party! The lamb and feta combination is delicious, and the mint aioli adds a refreshing touch. I'll definitely be making these again.