Lemon Grass Patties

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   Meat can be cooked in a nonstick skillet, in a broiler or on a charcoal, wood or gas grill.

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   If grilling, build a fire or heat gas grill; place rack 4 inches or more from the heat source.

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   If using ground meat, mince shallots, garlic, lemon grass and chili, and combine them with meat, salt, pepper, nam pla and sugar.

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   If meat is in chunks, combine it in a food processor with those ingredients, and process until all are minced; do not overprocess.

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   Divide mixture into 4 large burger-shape patties or 8 small hot-dog-shape ones.

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   Cook until nicely browned on both sides and cooked through, about 10 minutes total.

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   Serve with lime wedges or mustard, on hamburger rolls, baguettes or rice noodles, or atop a salad.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.