Spicy Bean Sprout Burger

The Spicy Bean Sprout Burger is a vibrant and flavorful vegetarian dish that combines the crunch of fresh bean sprouts with a spicy kick, all nestled in a soft bun. It's a delightful fusion of Korean flavors that promises to satisfy your taste buds with every bite.

Ingredients

• Bean sprouts - 200 grams
• Cooked quinoa - 100 grams
• Carrot - 1 medium, grated
• Green onion - 2 stalks, finely chopped
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 1 tablespoon
• Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Cornstarch - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Burger buns - 2 pieces
• Lettuce leaves - 2 for serving
• Sliced cucumber - 1/2 for serving
• Mayonnaise - 2 tablespoons (optional)

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the bean sprouts, cooked quinoa, grated carrot, chopped green onion, and minced garlic.
2. Add the gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, cornstarch, salt, and pepper to the mixture, and mix until well combined.
3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat and lightly oil it. Once hot, form the bean sprout mixture into two burger patties.
4. Cook the patties 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 the same skillet until golden.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on each bun, followed by the cooked patties, slices of cucumber, and a dollop of mayonnaise if desired.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy your Spicy Bean Sprout Burger!

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 12 g
• Carbs: 48 g
• Fiber: 7 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in plant-based protein from quinoa and bean sprouts.
• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.

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