Thai-Style Burgers

Submitted by ciao4293

"An interesting twist on the regular burger. Really good for a change of pace."

 

• Ready In: 28mins
• Ingredients: 14
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 small lemongrass (see note)
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 small red chili pepper, seeded
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 2 scallions
• 2 1⁄2 cups closed cap mushrooms
• 14 ounces ground pork
• 1 tablespoon Thai fish sauce
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• salt and pepper
• 4 hamburger buns
• shredded napa cabbage

directions

1. **NOTE--substitutes found on the net for one small stalk--- lemon zest (zest from 1 lemon= 2 stalks lemon grass) OR lemon verbena OR lemon balm OR lemon leaves.
2. Place lemongrass, soy sauce, chile, garlic and scallions in food processor and process to a smooth paste; add mushrooms and process until they are finely chopped.
3. Add the pork, fish sauce and cilantro, season well with salt and pepper, and divide mixture into 4 equal portions and using lightly floured hands, shape into patties.
4. Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat.
5. Add burgers and cook for 6-8 minutes, or until done to your tastes.
6. Mix the mayo and lime juice, and spread on the hamburger buns.
7. Add some cabbage, and top with a burger.

Reviews

[GIAD5330]

FABULOUS! We also made them into little meatballs and had a Thai dipping sauce. They were great both ways. Quick, and flavorful. Thanks for sharing!