Private Selection Moroccan Burger

My family loves burgers.  All kinds of burgers so whenever I find a recipe for a new and different kind of burger I try it.

The newest burger in my collection is the Private Selection Moroccan Burger with Mint-Pepper Glaze.  I paired it with a green salad an a Moroccon Sweet Potato salad.

As a BzzAgent I received a coupon for Private Selection ground beef at Kroger and knew that this was the perfect time to try this recipe.  I wanted to originally pair it with the Private Selection Sea Salt and Black Pepper Kettle Chips but those were so good I pretty much ate them as soon as I got them.

This meal was so yummy but be prepared...it is spicy!!!  If you like spicy food than this is the meal for you if not then I would definitely alter the recipe to your tastes.  This is definitely worth a try though especially for you Grille Masters!!!


Moroccan Sweet Potato Salad
By. Christine Benlafquih, About.com Guide

This sweet Moroccan salad works very well as a side dish to spicy meals, sweet tagines or roasted and grilled meats.  It's prepared by simmering diced sweet potatoes or yams with cinnamon, saffron and honey until a rich, sticky sauce forms.  Easy, sweet and delicious!  Click here for the recipe.

Private Selection Moroccan Burger with Mint-Pepper Glaze
Kroger Recipe

Prep time: 15 minutes Total time: 30 minutes Serves: 6 Mint – Pepper Glaze1/2 cup apricot fruit spread 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes 1 Tbsp Private Selection Organic Fresh Mint, chopped Zest of 1 lemon + 2 Tbsp lemon juice Burgers 1 tsp Private Selection ground coriander 1 tsp Private Selection ground cumin 1 tsp Private Selection fancy paprika 1 tsp Private Selection California garlic powder 1/2 tsp Private Selection ground red pepper 1 tsp Private Selection sea salt 1/2 tsp Private Selection freshly ground black pepper 11/2 lb Private Selection Angus ground beef * Cooking spray 6 grilled or toasted Private Selection jumbo whole wheat sandwich buns 6 Slices Private Selection Havarti cheese *For a more authentic taste, use 1 lb. of Private Selection ground lamb and 1/2 pound of Private Selection ground beef. Directions For mint-pepper glaze:  1. Combine all ingredients in small bowl. Cover and chill. For burger: 1. Combine first 7 ingredients in small bowl; mix thoroughly. In a large bowl combine ground beef and seasoning blend.  Mix gently with fingertips or fork just until incorporated. Form into 6 (4 inch-wide) patties. 2. Place burgers on platter. Burgers can be made up to 6 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. 3. Preheat grill (medium-high heat). Lightly coat with cooking spray.  Grill burgers to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare. Grill buns, cut side down, just until lightly toasted,  about 1 minute. 4.To assemble the burgers, spread the mint-pepper glaze on the cut sides of the buns.  On each roll bottom, place a cooked burger and Havarti cheese. Add the roll tops and enjoy. Refrigerate any leftovers.