Thai Massaman Beef Burger
Inspired by the rich and aromatic flavors of Thailand, the Thai Massaman Beef Burger is a culinary fusion that marries traditional street food with Western comfort. Enveloped with the warm spices of Massaman curry, this burger offers a tantalizing experience, enhancing any dining event with its exotic blend and unique flair.
Ingredients
Burger Patties
- 500 grams ground beef preferably grass-fed
- 1 tablespoon Massaman curry paste store-bought or homemade
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1 large egg lightly beaten
Burger Assembly
- 4 medium burger buns toasted
- 1 cup cucumber slices fresh
- 1 cup red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup fresh cilantro chopped
- 1 cup spinach leaves
- 1 cup peanut sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, curry paste, fish sauce, minced garlic, cumin, coriander, and the egg. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly distributed, but do not overwork the meat to avoid tough patties.
- Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties, making sure they are slightly larger than the buns as they will shrink upon cooking.
- Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Grill the patties for approximately 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 70°C (160°F) and have a nice char on the outside.
- While the patties cook, toast the burger buns if desired. Set aside.
- To assemble, spread a tablespoon of peanut sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a cooked patty on top, followed by cucumber slices, red onion rings, a handful of cilantro, and spinach leaves. Drizzle additional peanut sauce as desired before topping with the other half of the bun.
Notes
For enhanced flavor, let the beef mixture rest in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before shaping into patties. Substitute the peanut sauce with a spicy sriracha mayo for a fiery twist.
Nutrition
Calories: 646kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 32gFat: 37gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gTrans Fat: 2gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 1514mgPotassium: 608mgFiber: 2gSugar: 16gVitamin A: 1664IUVitamin C: 9mgCalcium: 133mgIron: 5mg
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