Spiced Morrocan Beef Patties

I found this recipe on epicurious.com

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄3 lbs lean ground beef (20% fat)
• 1  large onion, minced (about 2/3 cup)
• 3  tablespoons water
• 4  teaspoons olive oil
• 1  teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1  teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1  teaspoon ground cumin
• 1  teaspoon ground coriander
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Mix first 9 ingredients in medium bowl to blend well. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour and up to 1 day.
2. For each patty, shape 1/4 cup mixture into 3/4-inch-thick round. Heat heavy large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties to skillet and cook to desired doneness, about 3 minutes per side for medium-rare.
3. To serve, prepare couscous according to package directions, mound in center of platter and surround with the beef patties.