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Kimchi Burger with Spicy Mayo

Published: May 16, 2019 · Modified: Aug 27, 2020 by Bowl Me Over · 24 Comments

This delicious Kimchi Burger is a big beefy bite with tons of flavor! If you're looking for hearty flavor, this is the burger for you!
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Korean inspired Kimchi Burger is a big beefy burger with tons of flavor! Sausage, beef with warm spices topped with kimchi make this a burger worth talking about! If you're looking for hearty flavor, this is the burger for you!

Love a great burger? Be sure and try the Grilled Turkey Burger Recipe or if you're bringing the party indoors, learn how to cook frozen burgers in the oven! Perfect for a rainy day.

Korean Kimchi Burger on platter.

This is a hearty burger with big flavor!

Kimchi Burger

Hey friends, did you know this is Burger Month? Yup! So this month in addition to all of the amazing recipes I shared for Summer Grilling I'm also grilling up some great burger recipes to share with you!

So... why kimchi + burger? Are you thinking I've lost my mind? 🤪 Well let me tell you to me they go hand in hand!

I've been working on this recipe for a while and I will tell you if you like a burger with a pickle or burger with coleslaw (and who doesn't, right?!!) then you will love this combination.

Never tried kimchi? Well, that needs to be changed asap! I'm a big fan of Korean food - Korean Black Bean Noodles, Korean Style Beef Broccoli Rice Bowl and my recipe Korean BBQ Beef Bowl uses it as a garnish. This Kimchi Grilled Cheese sounds dynamite! Korean food has lots of flavors and warm spicy heat.

It's a favorite!

Burger on plate with side of slaw.

Top your burger will chopped kimchi for the best flavor!

Korean Kimchi Burger

Grocery list for Kimchi Burger

  • ground beef
  • ground pork
  • cheese
  • burger buns
  • kimchi
  • ground ginger
  • onion powder
  • granulated garlic
  • Sriracha or garlic chili paste
  • bread
  • milk
  • mayonnaise

Is Kimchi good or bad for you?

I've talked a bit about kimchi before - suffice to say I think it has gotten a bad wrap. It's big and flavorful. It can be spicy or mild, your choice!

Good or bad? It contains fermentation which aids in digestion. Just like anything else, enjoy in moderation!

What is the best kimchi?

That's going to be up to your taste buds. I like the spicy version. I'd also tell you this is definitely a product that you get what you pay for. If you buy the cheapest half price jar, it probably won't taste as good as the more expensive version. It runs about $4/jar here in California and I find it in the refrigerated section near the chilled salad dressings.

Can kimchi go bad?

An opened jar can stay good in the refrigerator up to 12 months as long as the cabbage stays covered with liquid. Personally, I make a point of using within a month of opening.

What other uses are there for kimchi?

  • Great on a grilled cheese sandwich
  • Spice up your Taco Tuesday night with an Asian twist
  • Jazz up your deviled eggs
  • Delicious in fried rice!

What's your favorite way to enjoy Kimchi?

Now let's talk burgers!

Why does my burger fall apart when I'm grilling it?

Often times when you are mixing ingredients the protein warms up. When this happens, it won't stick together when it's on the grill.

  • Quick fix? After forming the patties tuck them into the refrigerator for a half hour. This will cool the meat and help it stick together better!
  • You can make them ahead, even a day ahead, cover and refrigerate and they will be ready when it's grilling time!

When is a burger done?

  • According to the USDA burgers are done when the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees - for more recommendations click here.
Korean Style Burger on green plater.

What's your favorite burger?

Korean Style Burger

What do you think, are you ready to give this big burger a try? I hope so! Here's how easy this is to make!

Steps to make Korean Kimchi Burger

  1. Start by dicing the bread and adding it to the milk, set aside.
  2. Combine the beef, pork and spices in a large bowl.
  3. Squeeze the milk from the bread, add the bread to the bowl also. Discard the milk.
  4. Mix the burger ingredients together and form into four patties and chill.
  5. Mix together the spicy mayonnaise ingredients, cover and refrigerate.
  6. Chop the kimchi and set aside. Be sure it's drained well.
  7. Preheat the grill.
  8. Grill the burgers and toast the buns.
  9. Top burgers with cheese and allow to melt for the last couple of minutes they are on the grill.
  10. Remove and build burgers!

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Korean Kimchi Burger on platter.
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5 from 12 votes

Korean Kimchi Burger

This delicious Kimchi Burger is a big beefy bite with tons of flavor! If you're looking for hearty flavor, this is the burger for you!
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Prep Time15 mins
Cook Time15 mins
Refrigerate burgers30 mins
Course: Lunch or Dinner
Cuisine: American, Asian
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 688kcal
Author: Deb Clark
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Ingredients

  • 1 lb. gound beef
  • ½ lb. ground pork
  • 1 slice bread
  • ¼ cup milk
  • 2 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • Spicy Mayo
  • ¼ cup mayonnaise
  • 2-3 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • ½ cup kimchi well drained and finely chopped
  • 4 burger buns

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Instructions

  • Trim the crust from the bread and cut it into a small dice. Add to the milk to absorb all the liquid possible.
  • Add the beef, pork and all of the spices to a large bowl.
  • Squeeze the milk from the bread. Discard milk. Add the bread to bowl also.
  • Mix the burger ingredients together and form into four patties. Cover and refrigerate for ½ hour.
  • While the patties are chilling, mix together the spicy mayonnaise ingredients, cover and refrigerate.
  • Drain the kimchi, finely chop, set aside.
  • Preheat the grill to 350 degrees.
  • Grill the burgers to desired degree of doneness. Grill the buns to toasty goodness too!
  • Top with cheese and allow to melt for the last couple of minutes of grilling.
  • Remove and build burgers! Slathering the buns with spicy mayo, burger pattie and a mound of kimchi. Serve immediately - enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 688kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 36g | Fat: 48g | Saturated Fat: 16g | Cholesterol: 129mg | Sodium: 1215mg | Potassium: 585mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 8.3mg | Calcium: 130mg | Iron: 4.6mg
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Comments

  1. Christie

    June 01, 2019 at 12:45 pm

    5 stars
    I can only imagine how this tastes. I have never ever had kimchi. It always has a smell in the stores I'm not sure I'll like. I should just give in and get some. On a burger like this, I bet I'd love it.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      June 13, 2019 at 3:32 pm

      Definitely, time to change that! Kimchi is delicious - enjoy Christie!

      Reply
  2. Carlos at Spoonabilities

    May 27, 2019 at 9:37 am

    Amazing burger idea! I need to try your recipe very soon!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      June 13, 2019 at 3:33 pm

      Wonderful, I hope you really enjoy it Carlos!

      Reply
  3. Amy

    May 22, 2019 at 6:38 am

    5 stars
    I LOVE burger month every year! I've never participated but it's something I always look forward to. These kimchi burgers are so creative and sound incredible! I can't wait to make them when it finally stops raining here!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 22, 2019 at 9:44 am

      Sacramento, right? You've been hit much harder than we have in Fresno - summer's right around the corner, we'll all be complaining about the heat soon! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Kathy

    May 21, 2019 at 1:55 pm

    5 stars
    I am totally digging this spicy mayo! Time to fire up the grill.

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 21, 2019 at 7:22 pm

      Enjoy Kathy!!!

      Reply
  5. Michaela Kenkel

    May 20, 2019 at 9:07 pm

    5 stars
    Love me some kimchi!! I would have never thought add it to a burger --but you can bet I will be making these beauties again and again!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 22, 2019 at 9:47 am

      Yum, yum, yum - you'll love it!!

      Reply
  6. Sandra Shaffer

    May 20, 2019 at 8:34 pm

    5 stars
    I've always heard nothing but good things about kimchi, but never thought how wonderful it would be on a burger! Great recipe for a crowd!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 22, 2019 at 9:47 am

      Definitely give it a try Sandra - this is such a tasty bite!

      Reply
  7. Jennifer A Stewart

    May 20, 2019 at 7:33 pm

    5 stars
    Kimchi always wins me over! A great way to add some kick to my summer burger!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 22, 2019 at 9:46 am

      We love the pop of flavor - enjoy Jennifer!

      Reply
  8. Michele

    May 20, 2019 at 2:18 pm

    5 stars
    I’ve been thinking of trying kimchi and having it on a burger sounds like the way to do it!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 22, 2019 at 9:45 am

      Most definitely! Big fan of kimchi here!!!

      Reply
  9. Angela

    May 20, 2019 at 11:39 am

    5 stars
    This burger sounds INCREDIBLE! I love all these burgers recipes you’ve shared from fellow foodies! So many to try!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 22, 2019 at 9:45 am

      Thank you Angela!!!

      Reply
  10. Julie Menghini

    May 19, 2019 at 2:48 pm

    5 stars
    I'm just loving all of those beautiful burgers. This one is truly unique and I'll be making it when my kimchi loving son is home!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 19, 2019 at 6:27 pm

      It has sooo much flavor, we love this burger!!

      Reply
  11. debi at Life Currents

    May 18, 2019 at 12:16 pm

    5 stars
    This burger looks totally fab! I need to learn more about Korean flavors, so this is a great way to start!

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 19, 2019 at 6:28 pm

      Most definitely, it's a great burger!!

      Reply
  12. Angela Paris

    May 17, 2019 at 8:13 am

    5 stars
    Your burger looks amazing, Deb! You have an interesting burger technique - it's almost like a meatball mix. I love that idea and I am totally pinning this 🙂

    Reply
    • Bowl Me Over

      May 19, 2019 at 6:30 pm

      Thank you so much! We just love these flavors!!!

      Reply

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