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Korean Bibimbap Burger with Cucumber Salad

Yields6 ServingsPrep Time15 minsCook Time20 minsTotal Time35 mins

A sweet-salty contrast and a touch of chili heat pack this Asian-inspired recipe with a real flavour punch. Topped with a mound of delicious sautéed vegetables and served with a cucumber side salad, this weeknight burger recipe will impress and satisfy all.

Burgers
 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
 1 tbsp EACH rice vinegar, and brown sugar
 2 tsp EACH minced garlic and minced ginger
 1/4 cup finely chopped green onion
 1/4 cup Panko breadcrumbs
 1 lb (500 g) lean ground beef
 1 egg
Cucumber Salad
 2 tbsp rice vinegar
 1 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
 1 tsp sugar
 1/2 tsp Korean chili paste (Gochujang) or Sriracha
 2 English cucumbers, sliced on the bias
Sautéed Vegetables
 2 tbsp low-sodium soy sauce
 2 tsp brown sugar
 1 tsp EACH minced garlic and minced ginger
 4 tsp sesame oil
 1 lb (500 g) sliced mixed mushrooms, such as cremini, shiitake and oyster
 1 cup matchstick or shredded carrots
 1 pkg (142 g) baby spinach (about 6 cups)
Garnishes
 6 small whole-wheat hamburger rolls, lightly toasted
 6 eggs, fried
 1 tsp EACH black and white toasted sesame seeds
 Korean Style Mayo (recipe follows)
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Burgers: In a large bowl, whisk soy sauce with rice vinegar, sugar, garlic and ginger until combined. Stir in onion, breadcrumbs and egg. Crumble in beef; gently mix until well combined. Divide mixture into 6 equal portions; form into 3/4-inch (2 cm) thick patties. Make a thumbprint depression in centre of each patty (to prevent rounding while grilling). Refrigerate, covered, for 30 minutes (or up to 1 day.)

Cucumber Salad: Meanwhile, in a large bowl, whisk vinegar with soy sauce, sugar and chili paste. Add cucumbers; toss and set aside until ready to serve.

Sautéed Vegetables: Whisk soy sauce with sugar, garlic and ginger. Heat sesame oil in a large, nonstick skillet set over medium-high heat. Add mushrooms; cook for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, or until softened and lightly browned. Add carrots; cook 2 minutes or until softened. Add spinach and soy sauce mixture. Cook, stirring constantly, for 2 minutes or until wilted. Remove from heat, cover and keep warm.

Preheat grill to medium heat; grease grates well. Grill patties for 5 to 7 minutes per side, testing doneness with a digital instant read thermometer inserted sideways into centre of each patty to ensure patties are cooked to 160°F (71°C).

Garnishes: Assemble burgers in rolls over 6 serving plates; top each burger patty evenly with sautéed vegetables, a fried egg and sesame seeds. Serve with cucumber salad on the side.

Korean-style Mayo: Combine 1/4 cup light mayonnaise and 1 tbsp Korean chili paste (Gochujang). Note: use 2 tbsp chili paste for those who like it spicy.

Notes
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• For a gluten-free option, use Tamari instead of soy sauce and serve in a lettuce leaf instead of a roll or bun.

• Transform this into a Burger Bowl by omitting the roll or bun and serving recipe over cooked whole-grain rice.

• To Cook Indoors: Cook burgers in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat.

Nutrition Facts

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