Mini Bao Burgers with Savory Steak Sauce Recipe

Name: Mini Bao Burgers with Savory Steak Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Spicy Steak Sauce; 1-2/3 cups A.1. Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce; 3/4 cup hoisin sauce; 2-1/2 Tbsp. TAPATIO Hot Sauce; Crispy Fried Green Onions; 2-1/2 qt. tempura batter mix, prepared; 2-1/2 tsp. ground white pepper; 75 each green onions, each trimmed to 6-inch lengths, cut lengthwise in half; Burgers; 2/3 cup Chinese five-spice powder; 6-1/2 Tbsp. sugar; 5 tsp. salt; 75 each mini beef patties (80/20), 1-1/2 oz. each; 75 each Chinese steamed mini sandwich buns (2-1/2-inch wide), split; 1-1/4 cups fresh Thai basil leaves; 150 slices canned pear slices in syrup, drained Safeway 1 lb For $1.88 thru 02/09; 10 each plum tomatoes, cut into 8 slices; 1-1/4 qt. alfalfa sprouts

Servings: persons

Spicy Steak Sauce
1-2/3 cups A.1. Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce
3/4 cup hoisin sauce
2-1/2 Tbsp. TAPATIO Hot Sauce
Crispy Fried Green Onions
2-1/2 qt. tempura batter mix, prepared
2-1/2 tsp. ground white pepper
75 each green onions, each trimmed to 6-inch lengths, cut lengthwise in half
Burgers
2/3 cup Chinese five-spice powder
6-1/2 Tbsp. sugar
5 tsp. salt
75 each mini beef patties (80/20), 1-1/2 oz. each
75 each Chinese steamed mini sandwich buns (2-1/2-inch wide), split
1-1/4 cups fresh Thai basil leaves
150 slices canned pear slices in syrup, drained Safeway 1 lb For $1.88 thru 02/09
10 each plum tomatoes, cut into 8 slices
1-1/4 qt. alfalfa sprouts

1
Spicy Steak Sauce Mix ingredients until well blended; set aside.
2
Crispy Fried Green Onions Mix tempura batter and pepper.
3
Dip onions into batter, turning to evenly coat.
4
Deep fry in 350 degrees F oil 30 to 40 seconds or until crisp; drain.
5
Burgers Mix five-spice powder, sugar and salt.
6
For each serving Rub about 1/2 tsp.
7
spice mixture over each of 3 beef patties; cook on medium-high heat 5 min.
8
on each side or to medium (160 degrees F) or desired doneness.
9
Top bottom half of each bun with 3 or 4 basil leaves, about 1 oz.
10
pears, 1 burger, 1 tomato slice, 1 Tbsp.
11
sprouts and 1-1/2 tsp.
12
of Spicy Steak Sauce.
13
Cover with tops of buns.
14
Serve with 6 Crispy Fried Green Onions.

6152

kcal

Calories

324

Fat

333

Carbs

517

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.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Spicy Steak Sauce, 1-2/3 cups A.1. Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce, 3/4 cup hoisin sauce, 2-1/2 Tbsp. TAPATIO Hot Sauce, and more.

Yes, Mini Bao Burgers with Savory Steak Sauce 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!

Mini Bao Burgers with Savory Steak Sauce

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Variations & substitutions

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