Ingredients for Chinese Chicken Burgers With Rainbow Sesame Slaw Contest Winner
- 1 lb ground chicken
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sugar
- Toasted Sesame Oil
- Garlic Cloves
- 1 stalk minced lemongrass
- Scallion
- Hamburger Buns With Sesame Seeds
- Softened butter (for buns)
- Vegetable oil (for grilling)
- Hoisin sauce (1 tbsp per burger for basting)
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 lime (zest and juice)
- Chili Sauce
- Bell Pepper
- Snow Peas
- Jicama
- ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- Toasted Sesame Seeds
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How to Make Chinese Chicken Burgers With Rainbow Sesame Slaw Contest Winner
- In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground chicken, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp sesame oil, 2 cloves minced garlic, 1 stalk minced lemongrass, and 2 green onions, chopped.
- Divide the mixture into 6 (or 8) equal patties.
- Preheat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
- Spread softened butter on hamburger buns and toast lightly on the grill pan or skillet until lightly browned.
- Wipe the grill pan clean with a paper towel and brush lightly with vegetable oil.
- Place chicken patties on the hot grill pan and cook over medium-high heat for 7 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C). Flip once halfway through.
- During the last few minutes of cooking, baste each burger with 1 tablespoon of hoisin sauce.
- Meanwhile, prepare the Sriracha Lime Mayo (see below).
- Meanwhile, prepare the Rainbow Sesame Slaw (see below).
- To assemble, spread 1 tablespoon of Sriracha Lime Mayo on each bottom bun.
- Place a cooked chicken patty on each bottom bun.
- Top each burger with ⅓ cup of Rainbow Sesame Slaw.
- Place the top bun on each burger.
- Serve immediately with extra slaw and mayo on the side. Garnish with chopped green onions.
- Makes 6-8 servings.
- **Sriracha Lime Mayo:** In a small bowl, whisk together ½ cup mayonnaise, zest and juice of 1 lime, and 1-2 tablespoons sriracha chile sauce (adjust to taste).
- **Rainbow Sesame Slaw:** In a medium bowl, combine 1 red bell pepper (julienned), 1 green bell pepper (julienned), 1 cup julienned snow peas, 1 cup julienned jicama, ¼ cup rice wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon sriracha chile sauce, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, and 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds. Mix well and let sit for at least 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld. (Shortcut: Substitute 2 cups shredded cabbage for the julienned vegetables).
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
60 g
Sugar
70g
Fat
68g
Carbs
16g
