Spicy Fermented Cabbage and Chicken Sandwiches
Craving something hot and tasty? Give these kick-ass Kimchi Chicken Burgers a try! The rich, ginger-garlic flavored patty pairs perfectly with a spicy slaw that's got a killer kimchi kick. Want more heat? Slice up some jalapenos and mix 'em in!
Pair the burgers with a side of Korean Tofu Soup for the ultimate spicy symphony.
Yield: 4 scrumptious burgersDifficulty: A cinch! (Easy-peasy)Cooking Time: 30 minutes (20 minutes active)
Ingredients List
- 1.5 pounds ground chicken thigh meat
- 1 tablespoon freshly minced ginger
- 1 tablespoon minced garlic
- 1/4 cup diagonally sliced green onions
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 cup chopped kimchi
- 2 cups thinly sliced savoy cabbage
- 3 tablespoons Sriracha or your favorite hot sauce (divided)
- 1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise (divided)
- 4 whole wheat or plain hamburger buns, toasted
Let's Make It!
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat (400°F), or heat a grill pan over medium heat. In a bowl, combine the chicken, ginger, garlic, half of the green onions, and soy sauce. Form the mixture into 4 large patties. Rub each patty with oil and press a deep dimple in the center – this ensures the burger stays flat while cooking. Grill the burgers, covered, for about 10 minutes, until cooked through, turning halfway.
- In a large bowl, mix kimchi, cabbage, 1 tablespoon Sriracha, vinegar, sugar, the remaining green onions, and 2 tablespoons mayonnaise. Set aside. In another bowl, stir together the remaining 2 tablespoons Sriracha and 2 tablespoons mayonnaise.
- Assemble the burgers by topping each with the kimchi slaw mixture and a dollop of spicy mayonnaise. Dig in!
Soup Suggestions
- Sundubu-jjigae: A rich and spicy Korean soft tofu stew with kimchi, pork, and gochugaru.
- Doenjang Jjigae with Tofu: A velvety stew made with fermented soybean paste, tofu, and vegetables.
- Korean Clear Tofu Soup (Gugudak): A lighter option with a clear broth, tofu, and vegetables.
Enhance your meal with extra pairings like Kimchi Coleslaw or Bulgogi Fries. Enjoy the burst of flavors!
- Experiment with the recipe and create Kimchi Chicken Burger Patties using ground chicken, ginger, garlic, green onions, soy sauce, and kimchi.
- Prepare a side dish of Korean Tofu Soup for an ultimate spicy symphony that complements the burgers, with options like Sundubu-jjigae, Doenjang Jjigae with Tofu, or Korean Clear Tofu Soup (Gugudak) to choose from.
- Use the instructions provided to yield 4 scrumptious burgers, and don't forget to alt (alternate) your meal with Kimchi Coleslaw or Bulgogi Fries for additional flavor bursts.
