Korean Barbecued Hamburgers

Elevate your burger game with these bold and flavorful Korean Barbecued Hamburgers! This recipe takes a classic beef patty and infuses it with the irresistible flavors of soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger for an umami-packed twist. Topped with crunchy cucumber, crisp lettuce, and optional spicy kimchi, these burgers are finished with a creamy gochujang mayonnaise that adds a fiery kick. Perfectly grilled and crowned with toasted buns, each bite is a fusion of smoky, savory, and spicy notes. Garnished with sesame seeds for a nutty finish, these Korean-inspired burgers are ready in just 30 minutes, making them a delicious and easy dinner idea. Whether you’re grilling for guests or spicing up your weeknight meals, these burgers are guaranteed to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend preferred)
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 2 stalks green onion, finely chopped
• 1 tsp ginger, finely grated
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 4 pieces hamburger buns, toasted
• 0.5 cup kimchi (optional, for topping)
• 4 pieces fresh lettuce leaves
• 0.5 cup sliced cucumber
• 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds, for garnish

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, soy sauce, sesame oil, brown sugar, minced garlic, green onion, grated ginger, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties, about 1/2 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

In a small bowl, prepare the spicy mayonnaise by whisking together gochujang and mayonnaise. Set aside.

Step 4

Preheat a grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.

Step 5

Grill the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (160°F internal temperature for medium). Avoid pressing down on the patties to retain their juices.

Step 6

Remove the patties from the grill and let them rest for 2-3 minutes.

Step 7

Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until golden brown.

Step 8

Assemble the burgers by spreading the spicy mayonnaise on the bottom bun. Layer with a lettuce leaf, grilled patty, a scoop of kimchi (if using), cucumber slices, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Top with the other half of the bun.

Step 9

Serve immediately with your favorite side dishes or fries!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(978.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2213.2

Total Fat 141.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 5.9g
Cholesterol 351.1mg	0%
Sodium 4167.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 134.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 102.8g	0%

Vitamin D 28.1IU	0%
Calcium 489.7mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 2142.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.2%

Protein: 18.5%

Carbs: 24.3%