Korean Kimchi Burger

The Korean Kimchi Burger is a delightful fusion of flavors, combining the spicy, tangy essence of kimchi with a hearty, vegetarian patty. Served on a fluffy bun with fresh toppings, this burger offers a satisfying bite that will tantalize your taste buds.

Korean Kimchi Burger
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Japanese
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Cooked quinoa - 100 grams
  • Chickpeas (canned, drained) - 200 grams
  • Kimchi (chopped) - 100 grams
  • Green onion (finely chopped) - 2 tablespoons
  • Garlic (minced) - 1 clove
  • Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon
  • Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
  • Vegetable oil (for frying) - 2 tablespoons
  • Burger buns - 2
  • Lettuce leaves - 2
  • Sliced cucumber - 100 grams
  • Sriracha sauce - for serving

Steps

  1. In a large mixing bowl, mash the chickpeas using a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
  2. Add the cooked quinoa, chopped kimchi, green onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Mix until well combined.
  3. Form the mixture into two patties, about 1.5 cm thick.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the patties and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
  5. While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns in a separate pan or in the oven.
  6. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by the cooked patty, sliced cucumber, and a drizzle of Sriracha sauce. Top with the other half of the bun.
  7. Serve immediately and enjoy your Korean Kimchi Burger!

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 18 g
  • Carbs: 60 g
  • Fiber: 12 g
  • Sugar: 3 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 15 g
  • Saturated Fat: 2 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in protein and fiber from chickpeas and quinoa.
  • Contains probiotics from kimchi, which support gut health.

Tags

JapaneseVegetarianBurger