Banh Mi Burgers W/Caramel BBQ Sauce Recipe

Name: Banh Mi Burgers W/Caramel BBQ Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: ¼ cup sugar; 4 tablespoons water, divided; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 1 lime, juice of; 1 Thai chile, sliced; 1 garlic clove, chopped; 1 shallot, finely diced; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 1 tablespoon water; 1 lb ground pork; 1 tablespoon garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon ginger, grated; 2 green onions, sliced; 1 handful cilantro, chopped; 1 tablespoon fish sauce; 1 tablespoon vietnamese caramel barbecue sauce (recipe above); 1 teaspoon lime zest; 1 Thai chile, sliced; salt; ¼ cup vietnamese caramel barbecue sauce (recipe above); 4 buns; ½ cup pickled carrots and daikon radish; 12 slices cucumbers; 2 jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced; cilantro; 4 tablespoons mayonnaise

Servings: persons

¼ cup sugar
4 tablespoons water, divided
2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 lime, juice of
1 Thai chile, sliced
1 garlic clove, chopped
1 shallot, finely diced
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1 tablespoon water
1 lb ground pork
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, grated
2 green onions, sliced
1 handful cilantro, chopped
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon vietnamese caramel barbecue sauce (recipe above)
1 teaspoon lime zest
1 Thai chile, sliced
salt
¼ cup vietnamese caramel barbecue sauce (recipe above)
4 buns
½ cup pickled carrots and daikon radish
12 slices cucumbers
2 jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced
cilantro
4 tablespoons mayonnaise

1
To make the Vietnamese Caramel BBQ Sauce: To a saucepan add the 2 tablespoons water and sugar.
2
Over medium heat simmer until it turns a deep golden brown, about 5 minutes.
3
Watch carefully.
4
In a small bowl mix together 2 tablespoons water, fish sauce and lime juice; carefully add (it will sputter) to the carmelized sugar mixture, heating low until the caramel dissolves.
5
Add the chili, garlic and shallots and simmer to reduce by half, about 3-5 minutes.
6
Mix the cornstarch into the remaining 1 tablespoon water, add it into the sauce and simmer until it thickens, about a minute.
7
Remove from heat and set aside.
8
For the Burgers: With a light hand, thorougly mix the pork, garlic, ginger, green onion, cilantro, fish sauce, 1 tablespoon of the prepared Vietnamese Caramel BBQ Sauce, lime zest and jalapeno and salt, if desired.
9
Form the mixture into 4 patties.
10
Grill over medium heat until cooked, about 4-6 minutes per side.
11
Assemble burgers by layering the pork patty on a bun, topped by the pickled veggies, cucumber, jalapeno, cilantro and bun top spread with mayonnaise.

580

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: ¼ cup sugar, 4 tablespoons water, divided, 2 tablespoons fish sauce, 1 lime, juice of, and more.

Yes, Banh Mi Burgers W/Caramel BBQ Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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