Banh Mi Burgers

Bánh mì or bánh mỳ is a Vietnamese baguette made with wheat and rice flour, as well as a type of sandwich traditionally made with this type of baguette. The sandwich is typically made up of thinly sliced pickled carrots and daikon, onions, cucumbers, cilantro, jalapeño peppers and meat or tofu. Most Banh Mi sandwiches contain a Vietnamese mayonnaise-like spread that is a mixture of egg yolk, cooking oil/butter, and sometimes spices. This recipe combines the traditional sandwhich with the classic American hamburger, creating a unique and delicious fusion dish.

Yield:

3 generous burgers

Ingredients

1. For the burger meat:
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3. 1 pound ground bison meat
4. 2 packed tablespoons finely chopped lemongrass
5. 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
6. 1 jalapeno, seeded and finely chopped
7. 1 packed tablespoon finely chopped ginger
8. 2 teaspoons fish sauce
9. 1 teaspoon sweet soy sauce
10. salt and pepper to taste
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12. For the Lime Chili Mayonaise:
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14. 1 egg yolk
15. 1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
16. 1/4 teaspoon table salt
17. pinch white pepper
18. pinch mustard powder
19. 1 1/2 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
20. 1/2 teaspoon lime zest
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22. 3 Portuguese Rolls, sliced open
23. Carrot and Daikon Slaw
24. Chinese basil, chiffonade

Directions

1. Mix all of the burger meat ingredients in a large bowl. Use hands to combine thoroughly. Split into three equal sized patties and place in a covered container, in the fridge for 2- 3 hours.
2. While the meat is resting, make the Chili Lime Mayo. Use an immersion blender to bring all the ingredients together.
3. Before ready to cook, take out the patties and let it rest at room temperature for 30 minutes. Preheat the grill.
4. Season with salt and pepper. Grill until desired doneness. Meanwhile, toast bread and spread Chili Lime Mayo on it.
5. Put patties on bottom bread. Top with a generous amount of Carrot and Daikon Slaw. Sprinkle on some Chinese basil.

Notes