How To Make Lamb Sliders-Transform Your Kitchen-Episode #10

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Summer is the perfect time for burgers--but forget conventional meat laden with hormones and antibiotics. Dr. Josh Axe's guest for this episode of Transform Your Kitchen is Jonathan Martin, personal trainer and owner of FitnessLink (www.TnFitnessLink.com). He walks you through a delicious Lamb Sliders recipe perfect for a summer dinner.

Ingredients:

1 lb. organic, grass-fed ground lamb

3 cloves garlic, chopped

1 tsp. sea salt

1 tsp. paprika

1 tsp. black pepper

1 tsp. turmeric

1 tsp. cumin

1 red onion, diced

1 bulb fennel, diced

1 serrano pepper, chopped (optional)

Directions:

For Sliders:

Place ground lamb in bowl and season with spices.

Form seasoned ground lamb into patties.

Cook sliders on medium/high heat for 8 min.

Flip sliders and continue to cook additional 5-8 min.

Sprinkle serrano pepper on sliders while cooking, if desired.

For Topping:

Roast diced red onion and fennel in glass dish and roast in oven for 8-10 minutes at 375 degrees.

Assembly:

Placed cooked sliders on plate, topped with roasted vegetables, serve with optional side salad, and enjoy!

Health Benefits:

Grass-fed Lamb: high in omega-3 fatty acids, great source of protein

Garlic: contains allicin, a natural antiviral, antifungal, antibacterial, helps fight cancer, promotes anti-aging

Paprika: high in antioxidants, helps the body fight free radical damage

Sea Salt: high in trace minerals

Black Pepper: high in antioxidants

Turmeric: #1 antiinflammatory food, reduces inflammation to promote heart, joint, and overall health

Cumin: high in antioxidants, powerful anti inflammatory

Onions: contain allicin, a natural antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral that promote immunity, also contains sulfur, a natural detoxifying agent

Fennel: promotes digestive health, promotes lactation in pregnant women, powerful antioxidant, improves eye health

Serrano Peppers: boost metabolism, promote weight loss, increase energy levels

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