Kim Chi Burger

We got to spend time in Korea when I was a kid. It was a lovely way to learn about other cultures and flavors at an early age. Korean flavors have been my favorite ever since. I love mixing Korean flavors into foods that are easier to cook than traditional Korean food. It scratches that itch without all the work.

These are really simple and make your dinner feel kind of dressed up because it’s a little something different. I’m obsessed.

Kim Chi Burger

Serves 6-8

2 lb ground beef

1 ½ tbs gochuchang

2 cloves grated garlic

2 tbs fresh grated ginger

2 tbs soy sauce

4 eggs

4 tbs mayonnaise

4 leaves romaine lettuce

4 brioche buns

STEP 1

In a bowl combine together beef, gochuchang, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce.  Mash around until totally combined. Form the meat into patties and let them rest while the grill heats up.

STEP 2

Heat the barbecue or grill pan to high heat.  Pop the patties on the grill and immediately reduce the heat to medium/high.

STEP 3

Cook the burgers 5-7 minutes until done through.  Butter the buns and toast them alongside the burgers.

STEP 4

Fry each egg.  Let the burgers rest while the eggs cook.

STEP 5

Spread mayonnaise on toasted buns.  Top with burger patty, kim chi, lettuce and the fried egg.

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