"The Asian Pear Chicken Burger is a harmonious blend of a juicy, spiced chicken patty and crisp, sweet Asian pear slices, complemented by peppery arugula and a rich, umami-laden soy aioli, all nestled within a toasted bun for a delightful fusion of flavors."
Asian Pear Chicken Burger
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Prep time 30mins
Cook time 15mins
Serves or Makes: 4
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ingredients
For the Chicken Burgers
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 small diced red bell pepper
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon grated ginger
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- 1 large beaten egg
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- to taste salt and ground black pepper
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For the Soy Aioli
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
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For the Sandwich
- 4 hamburger buns
- 2 cups arugula
- 1 large thinly sliced Asian pear
Method
Step 1
Make the Soy Aioli: In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, soy sauce, sesame oil, lemon juice, and minced garlic until smooth. Set aside in the refrigerator for the flavors to meld.
Step 2
Prepare the Chicken Patties: In a large bowl, combine the ground chicken, chopped red bell pepper, grated ginger, minced garlic, chopped cilantro, paprika, salt, and ground black pepper. Stir in the beaten egg and breadcrumbs until well combined. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties.
Step 3
Cook the Patties: Heat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the chicken patties for about 5-6 minutes on each side.
Step 4
Assemble the Burgers: Toast the burger buns lightly. Spread a generous amount of the soy aioli on the bottom half of each bun. Place a cooked chicken patty on top of the aioli. Add several slices of Asian pear for a sweet and crunchy contrast. Top with a layer of arugula leaves. Add an additional dollop of soy aioli on top of the arugula. Cap each burger with the top half of the bun.