Spicy Beef Bun

The Spicy Beef Bun is a mouthwatering Chinese burger featuring tender, seasoned beef patties infused with aromatic spices and served in soft, fluffy buns. Perfectly balanced with a hint of heat, this dish is both satisfying and delicious, ideal for a quick meal or a hearty snack.

Ingredients

• Ground beef - 300 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Szechuan peppercorns - 1 teaspoon, crushed
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Ginger - 1 teaspoon, grated
• Chili paste - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2, finely chopped
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2
• Cucumber - 1, thinly sliced
• Cilantro - a handful, for garnish

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with soy sauce, crushed Szechuan peppercorns, minced garlic, grated ginger, chili paste, sugar, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. Divide the beef mixture into 2 equal portions and shape them into patties about 1.5 cm thick.
3. Heat sesame oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they are well browned and cooked through.
4. While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns in a separate pan until golden brown.
5. Assemble the burgers by placing each beef patty on the bottom half of the bun. Top with sliced cucumber and chopped green onions.
6. Garnish with fresh cilantro and cover with the top half of the bun. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

• Calories: 550
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 40 g
• Fiber: 2 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 850 mg
• Cholesterol: 80 mg
• Total Fat: 30 g
• Saturated Fat: 10 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.4 L

Health Benefits

• High protein content supports muscle growth and repair.
• The inclusion of ginger and garlic may boost the immune system and aid digestion.

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