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Korean Kimchi Burger with Spicy Kimchi Mayo (김치 버거)

Hanelore Dumitrache
Juicy and spicy Korean-inspired Kimchi Burger made entirely from scratch! This next level burger has a homemade beef and kimchi patty, tangy kimchi, creamy spicy mayo and a soft brioche bun. Super easy to make at home!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine Korean, Korean-American
Servings 2 burgers
Calories 986 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 brioche burger buns
  • Lettuce leaves
  • ½ cup kimchi
  • 1-2 tablespoons Vegetable oil (canola or sunflower)

Burger patty

  • 10 ounces ground beef
  • 1 medium egg
  • ⅓ cup kimchi, drained, pat dried and finely chopped
  • ⅓ cup panko breadcrumbs
  • Pinch of black pepper
  • Pinch of garlic powder
  • 2 slices cheese

Kimchi mayo

  • 2 teaspoon kimchi juice
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon gochujang paste optional, for extra spice

Optional garnishes ingredients

  • 2 eggs

Instructions
 

  • Start by preparing the burger patties. Drain ⅓ cup of kimchi and squeeze out all the juice, then chop it finely. Keep the kimchi juice for later.
  • In a medium bowl, add the ground beef, egg, chopped kimchi, breadcrumbs and spices. Mix well until combined, then cover and set aside in the fridge for 20-30 minutes.
  • Divide the beef mixture equally and form each part into a disc shaped patty.
  • Heat a skillet or pan over medium heat, with a drizzle of vegetable oil or butter. Pan fry the patties for 5-6 minutes on each side for medium done or 8-9 minutes for well done. Once almost cooked, add the cheese on top of each patty.
  • Whilst the burgers are cooking, prepare the kimchi mayo. In a small bowl, add the mayonnaise, kimchi juice and optional gochujang paste. Mix well and set aside.
  • Toast the brioche burger buns with some butter, then spread some kimchi mayo on each side of the brioche.
  • Add a few lettuce leaves on the bottom half of the bun, then add the burger patty.
  • Top with kimchi and green onions.
  • Optionally, fry two eggs and add on top.
  • Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Storing: You can make the patties ahead of time and keep them in the fridge for up to 1-2 days or freeze them for up to 1-2 months. Thaw well before cooking.

Nutrition

Calories: 986kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 46gFat: 74gSaturated Fat: 23gPolyunsaturated Fat: 20gMonounsaturated Fat: 24gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 386mgSodium: 1074mgPotassium: 645mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 359mgIron: 7mg
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