Moroccan Lamb Patties over Zucchini Bake with Carrot Fries

Always be willing to adapt to what sounds good. If you like the idea of the meal you create, you’ll not only enjoy eating it but will feel satisfied with your efforts. And your loved ones will feel the positive energy you put into their dinner.

I bought ground lamb with the idea of making Moroccan lamb bowls similar to what I have done before. But for some reason, I just wasn’t quite feeling that. Probably because of this zucchini bug I’ve picked up and excitement over my trip to The Original Farmer’s Market on Friday. Or, if you’ve been following me on Instagram or Facebook, you may have noticed the idea of experimenting has definitely been on my mind this weekend.

What I love about this one is you could really choose whatever ground meat (or go nuts and make them veggie patties) and any herbs and seasoning you prefer. Also, the zucchini bake and lamb patties made great leftovers for a quick and easy lunch on Saturday when we were busy with our adventures and yard work for the day.

Ingredients:

• Moroccan Lamb Patties
  • Ground Lamb (1 lb)
  • Moroccan Seasoning (2-3 TBSP, to taste)
  • Pistachios (1/4 cup, shelled and crushed)
• Zucchini Bake
  • Zucchini (1 1/2 – 2 medium, grate and drain)
  • Leeks (2, sliced)
  • Egg (2)
  • Almond Flour (1 cup)
  • Onion Powder (1 TBSP)
  • Garlic Powder (1-2 TBSP)
  • Paprika (1 TBSP)
  • Coconut oil
• Carrot Fries (4-6 large carrots)

Kitchen items you’ll need:

• Knife
• Cutting Board
• Skillet
• Baking Dish (9×9 worked well)
• AirFryer

Cooking Instructions:    

1. Make zucchini bake. Grease baking dish with coconut oil. Combine all other ingredients in a medium bowl until mixed together. Pour into baking dish.
2. Cook zucchini for 20 minutes at 400 degrees. Then under broiler for 5-10 minutes, until top is brown.
3. While zucchini is cooking, prepare the lamb patties. Combine lamb, seasoning and pistachios in bowl. Divide mixture evenly into 8 patties (or 4 larger ones if you prefer).
4. Heat oil in skillet over medium-high heat. Cook about 5 minutes per side or until desired doneness.
5. Peel carrots and slice into fry size wedges. Cook in AirFryer for 10-12 minutes at 380.
6. Cut zucchini bake into quarters, top each with 2 lamb patties and serve with carrot fries.