Lamb Sausage Sliders

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Perfect for serving to your friends before the big game, whether you’re lounging on the couch or tailgating outside of Gillette Stadium, Brian Reyelt’s sliders are the very definition of a satisfying party snack. The Citizen chef tells us that the sausage patties are easily prepared in advance so that you can plan your game day activities accordingly. After all, nobody wants to miss a touchdown because they’re stuck in the kitchen.

Details

Servings: 10

Ingredients

 For the sausage mix
  • 5 pounds boneless lamb shoulder, cut into 1 inch cubes
  • 2 tablespoons toasted fennel seed
  • 2 tablespoons toasted coriander seed
  • 1 tablespoon red pepper flake
  • 1 teaspoon fresh grated nutmeg
  • 1/2 bunch mint leaves
  • 1/2 bunch parsley leaves
  • 1/2 cup potato starch
  • salt and pepper
For the pickled red onions
  • 2 red onions, shaved paper thin
  • 1 cup rice wine vinegar
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1 tablespoon mustard seed
  • salt and pepper
For the fall spiced yogurt
  • 1 cup Greek plain yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon grated nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon grated clove
  • zest of 1 orange
  • 1/2 cup mint, chopped
  • salt and pepper

Directions

For the sausage mix
  1. Combine all the ingredients.
  2. Pass the mixture through a meat grinder and mix well. Portion into 3 oz patties and grill to medium/ radium rare.
For the pickled red onion
  1. Place the shaved onions in non-reactive bowl.
  2. Combine all other ingredients in a pot and bring to a boil on the stove. Remove the mustard seeds and pour the remaining pickling liquid over the red onions. Cover and let sit for 10 minutes or up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator.
For the fall spiced yogurt
  1. Combine all the ingredients and keep cool until ready to serve.

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