This Korean inspired Kimchi Pork burger will have you almost crying at how good it is! I found myself having an unusual craving (not that unusual) for a burger the other day. Then I started craving a fried egg on that burger. Then, I started craving Korean-style braised pork in hot, sweet barbecue sauce as the star of that burger... Can you follow my train of thought? Naturally, this burger began to take on an Asian-inspired flavor profile. Living in New York City, I didn't take much for me to hunt down some kimchi. Kimchi is one of my favorite snack foods on the planet besides Nacho Doritos! Kimichi is a traditional Korean dish of fermented cabbage (nappa, diakon, or bok choy are common), Korean red pepper powder, fish sauce, ginger, garlic, salted shrimp, and more. To make your own Kimchi can take up to several days. Here's a recipe if you want to try it yourself). Personally, I just find it easier to go into a Korean market to buy some. It can last for weeks in your fridge, though I wouldn't recommend freezing it. Kimchi is slightly sweet and sour and adds the perfect acidic edge to the fattiness of the pork. I wanted to give it extra flavor so I tossed it in honey and sesame seeds (think of the dish sesame Chicken). I thought to use pork instead of ground beef or turkey, for example, because pork is such a staple ingredient in Asian cuisine. Plus, I just could not imagine pulling off this burger any other way :). The spicy mayo with Sriracha (my favorite) adds the perfect peppery kick to every bite. I also quickly pickled some cucumbers with a pinch of salt, sugar, and rice wine vinegar. And last but not least, I top the whole thing off with a fried, runny-yolked egg. I cannot sum up the perfection of flavors that you will experience. All I can advise is that you try it for yourself- trust me, you won't regret it!
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