Bifteki (Stuffed Greek Burgers)
Juicy Greek-style beef patties seasoned with garlic, oregano, and onion, stuffed with a pocket of feta cheese and grilled until charred and melty. Serve with pita and tzatziki for a complete meal.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef (80/20)
- 1/2 yellow onion, grated
- 4 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp dried Greek oregano
- 1/2 tsp dried thyme
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- 4 oz feta cheese, crumbled
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
Instructions
-
1
In a large bowl, combine 2 lbs ground beef (80/20), 1/2 grated yellow onion, 4 cloves minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp dried Greek oregano, 1/2 tsp dried thyme, 1 tsp kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.
-
2
Divide the meat mixture into equal portions. Flatten each portion into a thin oval patty. Place a portion of 4 oz crumbled feta cheese in the center of half the patties. Top each with a second patty and pinch the edges firmly to seal, shaping into oval burgers about 1 inch thick.
-
3
Brush both sides of each bifteki with 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil.
-
4
Preheat grill to medium-high heat (about 425°F / 220°C). Grill the bifteki for 6 to 7 minutes per side, without moving them, until cooked through to an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) and clear grill marks appear.
-
5
Transfer to a plate and rest for 3 minutes. Serve with warm pita, tzatziki, sliced tomatoes, and red onion.