Chicken Meatloaf Burgers for Bentos Recipe

Name: Chicken Meatloaf Burgers for Bentos
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 grams Ground chicken; 1/2 Japanese leek; 1 medium Egg; 3 tbsp Ground yamaimo; 1 tsp Grated ginger; 1/2 tsp Salt; 1 tsp Sake; 1 tbsp Katakuriko; 1 Shimeji mushrooms; 2 tbsp Soy sauce; 2 tbsp Mirin; 2 tbsp Sake; 1 tsp Sugar; 1 Flour; 1 Oil; 1 Spicy Sauce

Servings: persons

300 grams Ground chicken
1/2 Japanese leek
1 medium Egg
3 tbsp Ground yamaimo
1 tsp Grated ginger
1/2 tsp Salt
1 tsp Sake
1 tbsp Katakuriko
1 Shimeji mushrooms
2 tbsp Soy sauce
2 tbsp Mirin
2 tbsp Sake
1 tsp Sugar
1 Flour
1 Oil
1 Spicy Sauce

1
Ground the ginger and the yamaimo.
2
Mince the leek.
3
Shred the shimeji mushrooms.
4
Put the ingredients into a bowl and knead well.
5
Form into small round patties, place shimeji mushrooms on top, and lightly press in.
6
Heat oil in a frying pan and add Step 2.
7
Pan-fry on high heat until browned.
8
Flip them over and pan-fry until browned.
9
Lower the heat to low, add 1 tablespoon of water and cover with a lid to steam-fry.
10
Once done, add the sauce ingredients and cook over high heat while coating the burgers.
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480

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 300 grams Ground chicken, 1/2 Japanese leek, 1 medium Egg, 3 tbsp Ground yamaimo, and more.

Yes, Chicken Meatloaf Burgers for Bentos falls under the Meat & Poultry 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Chicken Meatloaf Burgers for Bentos

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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