Eggplant Jangjorim Burger

The Eggplant Jangjorim Burger combines the rich flavors of Korean jangjorim with the hearty texture of grilled eggplant, creating a delicious vegetarian option. Topped with fresh vegetables and a spicy gochujang sauce, this burger is a unique twist on classic flavors that will delight your taste buds.

Ingredients

• Eggplant - 1 medium
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2 pieces
• Lettuce leaves - 2 pieces
• Tomato - 1 medium, sliced
• Cucumber - 1/2 medium, sliced
• Gochujang - 1 tablespoon
• Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons
• Vegetable oil - for grilling

Steps

1. Slice the eggplant into 1 cm thick rounds and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess moisture, then rinse and pat dry.
2. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, sugar, minced garlic, sesame oil, and black pepper to create a marinade.
3. Marinate the eggplant slices in the mixture for 10 minutes, ensuring they are well coated.
4. Heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat and add a little vegetable oil.
5. Grill the marinated eggplant slices for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have grill marks.
6. While the eggplant is grilling, mix gochujang with mayonnaise in a small bowl to create a spicy sauce.
7. To assemble the burgers, place a grilled eggplant slice on the bottom half of each burger bun, top with lettuce, tomato, cucumber, and a dollop of the spicy sauce. Cover with the top half of the bun.
8. Serve immediately and enjoy your Eggplant Jangjorim Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 8 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 15 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Eggplant is rich in antioxidants, which help combat free radicals in the body.
• This burger provides a good amount of dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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