Teochew-style Onion Burger

Ingredients

In the Teochew-style Onion Burger, we have incorporated Teochew flavors and ingredients to give it a unique twist. The beef patty is seasoned with soy sauce, garlic, and five-spice powder, which are commonly used in Teochew cuisine. Additionally, the burger is served with a tangy Teochew-style sauce, adding a distinct flavor element. The caramelized onions provide a sweet and savory taste, reminiscent of Teochew cooking techniques. We alse have the original recipe for Onion Burger, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef 500g (1.1 lb) ground beef
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon five-spice powder 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
• 2 large onions, thinly sliced 2 large onions, thinly sliced
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 burger buns 4 burger buns
• Teochew-style sauce (store-bought or homemade) Teochew-style sauce (store-bought or homemade)
• Lettuce leaves, for garnish Lettuce leaves, for garnish
• Tomato slices, for garnish Tomato slices, for garnish
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 450 kcal / 1884 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 25g, 8g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 30g, 6g
• Protein: 30g
• Fiber: 4g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, soy sauce, minced garlic, five-spice powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well until all the ingredients are evenly incorporated.
2. 2.
   Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
3. 3.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the sliced onions and cook until they are caramelized and golden brown, stirring occasionally. This will take about 15-20 minutes. Remove the onions from the skillet and set aside.
4. 4.
   In the same skillet, cook the beef patties to your desired level of doneness, usually about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare.
5. 5.
   While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns.
6. 6.
   To assemble the burgers, spread a generous amount of Teochew-style sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a beef patty on top, followed by a portion of caramelized onions. Add lettuce leaves and tomato slices for garnish. Finally, cover with the top half of the bun.
7. 7.
   Serve the Teochew-style Onion Burgers immediately and enjoy!

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ground beef — Choose lean ground beef for a healthier option. If you prefer a juicier patty, opt for ground beef with a slightly higher fat content.
• Teochew-style sauce — If you can't find store-bought Teochew-style sauce, you can make your own by combining soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, minced garlic, and a dash of chili oil.

Tips & Tricks

• For added flavor, marinate the beef patties in the soy sauce, garlic, and five-spice powder mixture for 30 minutes before cooking.
• If you prefer a sweeter taste, you can add a pinch of sugar to the caramelized onions while cooking.
• Customize your burger by adding your favorite toppings such as pickles, cheese, or bacon.
• If you want a lighter version, you can serve the burger without the bun and wrap it in lettuce leaves instead.
• Experiment with different types of buns, such as sesame seed buns or whole wheat buns, to add variety to your Teochew-style Onion Burger.

Serving advice

Serve the Teochew-style Onion Burger with a side of crispy sweet potato fries or a refreshing cucumber salad for a complete meal.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation of the Teochew-style Onion Burger, you can skewer a cherry tomato and a pickle slice onto a toothpick and insert it into the top of the burger. This adds a pop of color and makes it visually appealing.