Thai Chicken Burger

Ingredients

Ground chicken

1 pound (450g)

Garlic

2 cloves, minced

Fresh ginger

1 tablespoon, grated

Lemongrass

1 stalk, finely minced

Fish sauce

1 tablespoon

Soy sauce

1 tablespoon

Red chili flakes

1 teaspoon (adjust to taste)

Tomato

1, sliced

Lettuce

4 leaves (e.g., romaine or butter lettuce)

Burger buns

4

Vegetable oil

for grilling

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground chicken, minced garlic, grated ginger, finely minced lemongrass, fish sauce, soy sauce, and red chili flakes. Mix until the ingredients are well combined, ensuring the flavors meld together.
2. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and form each portion into a patty. Make sure the patties are slightly thicker in the center to account for shrinkage while cooking.
3. Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium heat. Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
4. Cook the patties for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and have reached an internal temperature of 165°F (75°C). Avoid pressing down on the patties while cooking to retain their juiciness.
5. While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns gently on the grill for about 1-2 minutes until they are warm and slightly crispy.
6. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each bun, followed by a cooked chicken patty, a slice of tomato, and then the top half of the bun.
7. Serve immediately and enjoy the fresh and vibrant flavors of your Thai Chicken Burger!