Bulgarian Burgers (Kufteh)

aka kafta, kofta, koefta. Served on crusty rolls or country-style bread and reportedly a popular snack in Bulgaria. Not to be confused with Arab kufteh which is grilled ground lamb kebabs or meatballs. Source: Steven Raichlen.

• Ready In: 28 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 8  ounces  ground veal
• 8  ounces ground pork
• 1  small onion, minced
• 3  tablespoons  minced fresh parsley
• 1  teaspoon salt, to taste
• 1⁄2 teaspoon ground cumin, to taste
• 1⁄2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

1. Preheat grill to high.
2. Combine all the ingredients in a bowl; stir to mix with a wooden spoon (test the mixture for seasoning by sauteing a teaspoon of it in a nonstick skillet until cooked through, then taste, adding salt, pepper, or cumin to the remaining mixture; should be highly seasoned).
3. Divide the meat into 4 equal parts; lightly wet your hands with cold water, then form each portion into a patty 3 inches across and about ¾ inches thick.
4. When ready to cook, oil the grill grate; arrange burgers on the hot grate and grill, turning with a spatula, until nicely browned on both sides and cooked through, about 4 minutes per side.
5. Serve immediately.