Description
Hearty chicken dumpling burgers blend classic comfort with innovative culinary creativity, merging Southern soul food and Asian-inspired flavors into one delightful handheld meal. Juicy chicken patties nestled between pillowy buns promise a delectable journey that satisfies deep hunger and sparks culinary excitement.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 lb (454 grams) ground chicken
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, finely chopped
Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon salt
Slaw Ingredients:
- 1 cup shredded cabbage
- ½ cup shredded carrots
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- ½ teaspoon honey
- Salt to taste
For Serving:
- 4 burger buns
- Optional: mayonnaise
- Optional: chili crisp
- Optional: sriracha
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing vessel, thoroughly blend ground chicken with aromatic minced garlic, grated ginger, finely chopped green onions, umami-rich soy sauce, fragrant sesame oil, binding cornstarch, and a delicate balance of salt and pepper until ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Gently partition the seasoned chicken mixture into four uniform portions, carefully molding each into circular patties with consistent thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Prepare a skillet by warming it over medium heat and applying a light, even coating of cooking oil to prevent sticking and promote golden caramelization.
- Carefully place the chicken patties onto the heated surface, allowing each side to sizzle and develop a rich, crisp exterior for approximately 4-5 minutes, ensuring the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F.
- While patties cook, craft a vibrant slaw by combining crisp shredded cabbage and julienned carrots with tangy rice vinegar, nutty sesame oil, subtle honey, and a whisper of salt, tossing until vegetables are evenly coated.
- Optional: Enhance burger buns by lightly toasting them to create a delicate crunch and warm interior.
- Construct the burger by generously spreading creamy mayonnaise or spicy chili crisp on the bun’s interior, nestling the perfectly cooked chicken patty on the bottom half, crowning it with the zesty slaw, and completing the masterpiece with the top bun.
Notes
- Adjust garlic and ginger quantities to match personal spice preferences, ensuring the dumpling burger’s flavor remains balanced and not overpowering.
- Chill the chicken mixture for 15-20 minutes before forming patties to help them hold together better and prevent crumbling during cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to check internal chicken temperature reaches 165°F, guaranteeing safe and perfectly cooked burgers without drying out the meat.
- Swap ground chicken with ground turkey for a similar protein experience or create a vegetarian version using firm tofu or plant-based ground meat alternatives.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 380
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 700 mg
- Fat: 16 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 24 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg