Looking to spice up your next burger night? This bold, flavor-packed recipe layers umami-rich kimchi, a smoky gochujang mayo, and crisp veggies on a juicy patty for a Korean-inspired twist on the classic burger.
It’s the perfect way to use up odds and ends in your fridge while bringing something totally unexpected to the table. Trust us—your usual burger won’t know what hit it.
Get the recipe for Kimchi Burgers with Gochujang Mayo:
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Kimchi Burgers with Gochujang Mayo
Ingredients
Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1½ pounds ground beef
- 2 teaspoons soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Gochujang Mayo:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons gochujang paste
- Toppings:
- 1 cup kimchi, lightly chopped
- 4 slices of American cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
- 16 bread and butter pickle slices
- Thinly sliced scallions, for topping
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise and gochujang until well combined. Set aside.
- In a large bowl mix together ground beef, soy sauce, sesame oil, and garlic powder. Mix with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork.
- Divide the ground beef mixture into 4 equal sized patties. Season patties with salt and pepper to taste.
- Cook patties using the cooking method of your choice (grill, cast iron pan, etc.) until desired doneness (approximately 4 minutes per side for medium). Add American cheese slices during the last minute of cooking.
- To build the burgers: Spread gochujang mayo on both sides of the buns. Add 4 pickle slices on the bottom bun. Place burgers on top of the pickles and top the burgers with chopped kimchi and scallions. Finish with a bun on top and serve.
Whether you’re grilling outdoors or keeping it stovetop simple, this kimchi burger brings bold flavor with minimal effort. Don’t be surprised if it earns a permanent spot in your summer rotation. And if you’re missing an ingredient or two, head to Misfits Market to stock up on fresh produce, pantry staples, and flavor-forward condiments delivered right to your door.
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