Fragrant Lamb Patties With Bulgur Salad

Lamb

• Ready In: 45 mins
• Serves: 4
• Yields: 4 patties and bulgur salad

Ingredients

• 1  cup Bulgar wheat
•  salt, to taste
•  pepper, to taste
• 1  lb ground lamb
• 1  bunch cilantro, chopped
• 3  garlic cloves, chopped
• 1  tablespoon paprika
• 1  cucumber, peeled and chopped
• 1  cup  halved red seedless grapes
• 1  lemon, juice of
• 2  tablespoons  extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, bring 1 cup water to a boil. Stir in the bulgur and 1/4 teaspoon salt, cover and let stand until the water is absorbed, about 30 minutes.
2. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the lamb, half of the cilantro, the garlic, paprika and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt. Form into 4 1/2-inch-thick patties.
3. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook, turning once, until cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes.
4. Meanwhile, transfer the bulgur to a large bowl. Stir in the cucumber, grapes, lemon juice, olive oil and remaining cilantro; season with salt and pepper. Serve with the lamb patties.