East Meets West Burger
Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 20 Min.
Cook Time: 15 Min.
Prep Time: 20 Min.
Cook Time: 15 Min.
What you need:
* 1 lb. ground beef (95% lean)
* 1/4 c. soft whole wheat bread crumbs
*1 large egg white
* 1/4 tsp. salt
* 1/8 tsp. black pepper
* 4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
SESAME-SOY SAUCE:
* 1/4 c. light mayonnaise
* 1 Tbsp. thinly sliced green onion, green part only
* 1/2 tsp. soy sauce
* 1/4 tsp. dark sesame oil
* 1/8 tsp. ground red pepper
SLAW TOPPING:
* 1/2 c. romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
* 1/4 c. shredded red cabbage
* 1/4 c. shredded carrot
* 1 tsp. rice vinegar
* 2 tsp. vegetable oil
* 1/4 c. soft whole wheat bread crumbs
*1 large egg white
* 1/4 tsp. salt
* 1/8 tsp. black pepper
* 4 whole wheat hamburger buns, split
SESAME-SOY SAUCE:
* 1/4 c. light mayonnaise
* 1 Tbsp. thinly sliced green onion, green part only
* 1/2 tsp. soy sauce
* 1/4 tsp. dark sesame oil
* 1/8 tsp. ground red pepper
SLAW TOPPING:
* 1/2 c. romaine lettuce, thinly sliced
* 1/4 c. shredded red cabbage
* 1/4 c. shredded carrot
* 1 tsp. rice vinegar
* 2 tsp. vegetable oil
What to do:
1. Combine Sesame-Soy Sauce ingredients in small bowl; refrigerate until ready to use.
2. Combine Slaw Topping ingredients in small bowl, set aside.
3. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg white, salt and 1/8 tsp. black pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into 4 1/2-in. thick patties.
4. Place patties on grid over medium ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 11-13 min. (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 7-8 min.), turning occasionally, until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers (160°F). About 2 min. before burgers are done, place buns, cut sides down, on grid. Grill until lightly toasted.
5. Spread equal amount of mayonnaise on bottom of each bun; top with burger. Evenly divide Slaw Topping over burgers. Close sandwiches.
* Tip: This recipe is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, selenium and zinc; and a good source of fiber.
* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff.
2. Combine Slaw Topping ingredients in small bowl, set aside.
3. Combine ground beef, bread crumbs, egg white, salt and 1/8 tsp. black pepper in large bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Lightly shape into 4 1/2-in. thick patties.
4. Place patties on grid over medium ash-covered coals. Grill, covered, 11-13 min. (over medium heat on preheated gas grill, covered, 7-8 min.), turning occasionally, until instant-read thermometer inserted horizontally into center registers (160°F). About 2 min. before burgers are done, place buns, cut sides down, on grid. Grill until lightly toasted.
5. Spread equal amount of mayonnaise on bottom of each bun; top with burger. Evenly divide Slaw Topping over burgers. Close sandwiches.
* Tip: This recipe is an excellent source of protein, niacin, vitamin B6, vitamin B12, iron, selenium and zinc; and a good source of fiber.
* Recipe Courtesy of The Beef Checkoff.
Nutritional information:
Calories: 348; Total Fat: 15g; Saturated Fat: 4g; Cholesterol: 70mg; Total Carbs: 26g; Fiber: 4g; Protein: 28g; Sodium: 621mg;