Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Burgers

Experience the bold and delicious flavors of Korean cuisine with these Korean-Style Beef Bulgogi Burgers. They're made with a flavorful beef patty infused with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, then topped with fresh veggies and a touch of spicy Sriracha mayo. It's a fusion burger that's sure to delight your taste buds.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1/2 medium onion, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional
• 4 hamburger buns
• Lettuce leaves, for serving
• Sliced tomato, for serving
• Sliced red onion, for serving
• Mayonnaise, for serving
• Sriracha sauce, for serving
• Vegetable oil, for grilling

Instructions:

In a bowl, combine the ground beef, chopped onion, minced garlic, soy sauce, brown sugar, grated ginger, sesame oil, and crushed red pepper flakes if using

Mix until well combined

Shape the beef mixture into 4 burger patties and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld

Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan over medium-high heat and brush with vegetable oil to prevent sticking

Grill the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness

While the burgers are cooking, lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill

To assemble the burgers, spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun

Place a lettuce leaf on top of the mayo, followed by a burger patty

Top each patty with sliced tomato and red onion

Drizzle with Sriracha sauce for a spicy kick if desired

Finish by placing the top half of the bun on the burger, and serve hot