Banh Mi Burgers

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I whipped up these burgers for a weekend meal after a Saturday morning visit to the farmer's market. A peek in the fridge told me I had baby cukes to use. They aren't traditional, but they were a hit and instantly became a favorite with the hubby and me. Burgers can also be cooked on the stovetop. Grilling will add a nice flavor, and I prefer charcoal for a nice smoky finish.

Submitted by wisweetp
Updated on January 4, 2022
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Prep Time:
30 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
4 hrs
Total Time:
4 hrs 40 mins
Servings:
6
Yield:
6 burgers
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Ingredients

Original recipe (1X) yields 6 servings

  • ½ cup chopped cucumber, seeded if large

  • ¼ cup thinly sliced green onion

  • ¼ cup chopped carrot

  • ½ cup rice vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese rice wine)

  • 1 teaspoon white sugar

  • 2 pounds ground pork

  • 2 tablespoons tamari sauce

  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil

  • 1 teaspoon mirin (Japanese rice wine)

  • 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger

  • 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce

  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce

  • 6 sesame seed hamburger buns

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh basil (Optional)

  • 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint (Optional)

Directions

  1. In a bowl, mix together the cucumber, green onion, carrot, rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of mirin, and sugar until the mixture is well blended. Refrigerate 3 hours to overnight.

  2. Place the pork in a mixing bowl, and lightly combine with tamari sauce, sesame oil, 1 teaspoon of mirin, ginger, chili garlic sauce, and fish sauce. Divide the meat into 6 equal parts, and form each part into a patty. Refrigerate for 1 hour.

  3. Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat, and lightly oil the grate.

  4. Grill the burgers until the meat is no longer pink inside and the outside is crisp and brown, about 5 minutes per side. To assemble, place a burger on a sesame seed bun, and pile about 1/4 cup of the pickle mixture onto the burger. Sprinkle with a bit of fresh basil and mint, if desired.

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Nutrition Facts (per serving)

487 Calories
27g Fat
27g Carbs
33g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 6
Calories 487
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 27g 35%
Saturated Fat 9g 47%
Cholesterol 98mg 33%
Sodium 803mg 35%
Total Carbohydrate 27g 10%
Dietary Fiber 2g 5%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 33g 65%
Vitamin C 3mg 3%
Calcium 72mg 6%
Iron 3mg 16%
Potassium 445mg 9%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.