Check out this Amazing Banh Mi Burger Recipe

By Cap Puckhaber, Reno, Nevada

This Bahn Mi Burger combines the delicious flavors of traditional Vietnamese Bahn Mi with a juicy, flavorful pork patty. It’s a fusion of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors in every bite!

Ingredients:

Pickled Veggies:

• ½ cup chopped cucumber (seeded if large)
• ¼ cup thinly sliced green onion
• ¼ cup chopped carrot
• ½ cup rice vinegar
• 2 tablespoons mirin (Japanese rice wine)
• 1 teaspoon white sugar

Pork Patties:

• 2 pounds ground pork
• 2 tablespoons tamari sauce
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon mirin (Japanese rice wine)
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon chili garlic sauce
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce

For Serving:

• 6 sesame seed hamburger buns

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Steps:

1. Prepare the Pickled Veggies:
   • In a medium bowl, combine the chopped cucumber, green onion, and chopped carrot.
   • In a small saucepan, heat the rice vinegar, mirin, and sugar over medium heat until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let it cool slightly.
   • Pour the vinegar mixture over the vegetables and toss to combine. Let it sit for at least 30 minutes to pickle, stirring occasionally. For best results, refrigerate for 1-2 hours.
2. Make the Pork Patties:
   • In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, tamari sauce, sesame oil, mirin, grated ginger, chili garlic sauce, and fish sauce. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
   • Form the mixture into 6 equal-sized patties.
3. Cook the Patties:
   • Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the pork patties for about 5-7 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
4. Toast the Buns:
   • While the patties are cooking, slice the sesame seed hamburger buns in half and toast them lightly on the grill or in a toaster.
5. Assemble the Burger:
   • Once the patties are cooked, place each patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun.
   • Top each patty with a generous portion of the pickled veggie mixture.
   • Close the burger with the top half of the bun.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Serve your Bahn Mi Burgers hot, with a side of crispy fries or a refreshing salad. Enjoy the combination of savory, tangy, and spicy flavors in every bite!

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These Bahn Mi Burgers are a fresh twist on the classic Vietnamese sandwich, with tender, flavorful pork patties complemented by tangy, pickled veggies. They’re sure to be a crowd-pleaser!