Jul 17 2026
RestaurantsThe Players RetreatKorean Burger Recipe

Korean Burger Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

marinated burger, kimchi coleslaw, sambal mayo, & korean BBQ sauce

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Marinade

    In a bowl, mix ground beef, soy sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, chopped green onions, and black pepper. Form into 4 patties.

  2. 2

    Cook the Burgers

    Grill or pan-fry the burger patties over medium-high heat for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your liking.

  3. 3

    Make Kimchi Coleslaw

    In a large bowl, combine shredded cabbage, shredded carrot, chopped kimchi, mayonnaise, and rice vinegar. Mix well and set aside.

  4. 4

    Prepare Sambal Mayo

    In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and sambal oelek until combined. Adjust spiciness to taste.

  5. 5

    Make BBQ Sauce

    In a bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar until smooth.

  6. 6

    Assemble the Burger

    Spread sambal mayo on the bottom half of each burger bun. Place the cooked burger patty on top, add kimchi coleslaw, drizzle with Korean BBQ sauce, and top with the other half of the bun.

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