This Asian Burger puts a twist on a classic favorite with chili sauce and Asian coleslaw. It’s a sweet and spicy recipe with lots of unforgettable flavor.
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Why this Asian Burgers Recipe is a Keeper
With garlic and ginger, chili sauce, and a heaping helping of Asian coleslaw, this is a great burger recipe for Father’s Day or any occasion. Here are a few reasons why you’ll want to try these absolutely delicious burgers:
- 30 Minute Meal: Have this foodie favorite ready in just 30 minutes.
- Easy Ingredients: All of the ingredients can be found in your kitchen or local grocery store.
- Adaptable: Easily adjust the ingredients to your tastes or dietary needs, such as toppings or the kind of meat used to make the burgers.
If you’re looking for more Asian inspired recipes, try these: Asian Corn on the Cob, Bulgogi Korean BBQ, and Asian Grilled Chicken.
Does this Burger Just Have Ground Beef?
This Asian burger recipe is made with both beef and ground pork. However, if you’d prefer not to use pork, you can substitute the same amount of beef.
Ingredient Notes for Asian Inspired Burgers
- Ground Beef: 80-20% ground beef is typically recommended for a good burger, but you can use leaner meat if you’d prefer.
- Fresh Ginger: Finely shred fresh ginger and mix it into the ground meat.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Variations and Substitutions for Asian Style Burgers
- Low Sodium Soy Sauce: Use a low sodium soy sauce variant for a healthier option.
- Ground Meat: You can substitute ground turkey for a lean ground meat option.
- Kimchi: Instead of slaw, you can top the burger with kimchi.
- Spicy Mayo: Instead of the Thai chili sauce, you can top the burgers with different savory condiments. Try sriracha mayo, chili garlic sauce, hoisin sauce, or even Japanese barbecue sauce.
Special Equipment Needed for Asian Burgers with Slaw
- Burger Press: Easily form juicy burgers with a burger press.
Asian Burger Pro Tip
Sear the patties over high heat to lock in the juices. Lower the heat to medium for even cooking throughout.
How to Make Asian Beef Burgers with Fresh Ginger
These are the basic steps for making Asian burgers. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions.
1. Make Thai Chili Sauce
To make the chili sauce, whisk together mayo, Thai chili sauce, and All Purpose blend in a small bowl; mix well. Let sit until ready to use.
2. Make the Slaw
Combine the coleslaw ingredients in a large bowl and toss.
3. Grill Burger Patties
Combine the burger ingredients in a large bowl; mix with hands until thoroughly combined. Form the meat into 4 equal patties and cook evenly for 5 minutes per side, or cook until they reach your desired doneness.
4. Assemble the Burgers
Place each burger on bottom half of the hamburger buns, then top burgers with a 1/4 cup of Asian slaw. Spread Thai chili sauce on inside of top bun and serve immediately with French fries or your favorite sides or dipping sauce.
Burgers with Asian Slaw FAQs
Store leftover burger patties in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days. Reheat in the oven or toaster oven.
Your burgers should be cooked to an internal temperature of 160 degrees F. Use a meat thermometer to check.
You can make thick or thin patties. With thin patties, you can layer toppings in between two of them, or have one thick patty instead.
Expert Tips for Making This Burger Recipe
- Egg: Place a fried egg on top for even more flavor.
- Variation tip: Use lettuce leaves in place of a bun for a keto version of this recipe. Serve with a side of carrots or celery.
- Alternate ingredient: Sriracha sauce can be added for more flavor in place of ketchup.
- Toppings: For more Asian flavor, drizzle some sesame oil or rice vinegar and lime juice on top of the slaw. You can also top the burgers with green onions, pickles, diced cilantro, or scallions for a little crunch.
- Alternate cooking method tip: Burgers can be made in the oven, on a grill pan, or on the grill. You can also make them in the air fryer, or fry them in a skillet.
What to Serve with Asian Burgers
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Ingredients
Burgers
- ½ pound Ground Beef
- ½ pound Ground Pork
- 2 tablespoons Oyster Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce
- 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger, grated
- 2 teaspoons All Purpose Seasoning
- 4 Rolls, split
Thai Chili Sauce
- ½ cup Mayonnaise
- 4 teaspoons Thai Chili Sauce
- 1 teaspoon All Purpose Seasoning
Asian Slaw
- 1 cup Asian Slaw, Find recipe on this site.
Instructions
Thai Chili Sauce
- Combine ingredients in a small bowl; stir until combined.
- Set aside until ready to use.
Asian Slaw
- Prepare as directed
Burgers
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; mix with hands until thoroughly combined.
- Form into 4 patties.
- Grill until desired doneness.
- Place each burger on bottom half of roll.
- Top burger with a 1/4 cup of Asian Slaw.
- Spread Thai Chili Sauce on inside of top bun.
- Serve immediately.
Christina’s Notes
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- Egg: Place a fried egg on top for even more flavor.
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- Variation tip: Use lettuce leaves in place of a bun for a keto version of this recipe. Serve with a side of carrots or celery.
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- Alternate ingredient: Don’t have Oyster Sauce? Try using Worcestershire Sauce instead.
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- Toppings: For more Asian flavor, drizzle some sesame oil or rice vinegar and lime juice on top of the slaw. You can also top the burgers with green onions, pickles, diced cilantro, or scallions for a little crunch. Sriracha sauce can be added for more flavor in place of ketchup as a topping.
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- Alternate cooking method tip: Burgers can be made in the oven, on a grill pan, or on the grill. You can also make them in the air fryer, or fry them in a skillet.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.
Nutrition
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This recipe is my personal adaption of an ethnic-inspired recipe. It is not intended to be an authentic recipe. I’ve recreated this recipe because I enjoy the flavors and I want to encourage my readers to expand their tastes and try new flavor combinations. The recipe, ingredients, and processes may have been adapted to make the recipe accessible to the average American. I have provided links to authentic versions of the recipe in the post above. I encourage you to visit these pages and learn more about the traditional version(s) of this recipe.
These burgers were so good!
Mmm my whole family loved these burgers!!
This flavor is such a nice switch up from the traditional!
Oooohh! The flavor, juiciness and spice! My mouth is watering again just thinking about it. One of the best burgers I’ve ever eaten. Thank you!
Hi this sounds so good but what is house seasoning and how do I get the asian slaw recipe, can not seem to go to it,and can you please send a reply to my email thank you
Here’s the link you’re looking for: https://www.itisakeeper.com/10427/house-seasoning-blend/
Enjoy!
HI I COULD NOT GET THE ASIAN COLESLAW RECIPE AND HOW DO YOU MAKE HOUSE SEASONING? PLEASE SEND REPLY TO MY EMAIL AS I AM NOT COMPUTER SMART. THANK YOU
Here’s the link to the Asian Slaw: https://www.itisakeeper.com/15834/asian-slaw/
EnjoY!