Description
Bold, spicy, and utterly craveable, these Gochujang Chicken Burgers with Kimchi Jam layer juicy chicken patties, sweet-spicy Korean chili paste, and a tangy kimchi bacon jam, all tucked into toasted buns for an unforgettable burger night!
Ingredients
For the Gochujang Chicken Burgers
1 lb ground chicken (or turkey if preferred)
3 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
2 tbsp soy sauce (or tamari for gluten-free)
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp honey
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
¼ cup green onions, chopped
½ tsp black pepper
¼ cup breadcrumbs (optional, for binding)
1 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking)
For the Kimchi Bacon Jam
4 slices turkey bacon (or beef bacon for halal)
½ cup kimchi, chopped
¼ cup onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp sesame oil
½ tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
For Assembly
4 burger buns (brioche or potato rolls preferred)
½ cup mayonnaise (or vegan mayo)
1 tbsp sriracha (optional)
Fresh cilantro
Lettuce, sliced cucumber, or other desired toppings
Instructions
Prepare the Kimchi Bacon Jam
Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Cook turkey bacon until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove, crumble, and set aside.
In the same pan, sauté onions until golden, about 4 minutes.
Add chopped kimchi; cook 2-3 minutes until caramelized.
Stir in brown sugar, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Simmer 5 minutes until thick and jammy.
Stir in crumbled bacon and red pepper flakes (if using). Keep warm.
Make the Chicken Patties
In a large bowl, combine ground chicken, gochujang, soy sauce, sesame oil, honey, garlic, ginger, green onions, black pepper, and breadcrumbs (if using).
Mix gently, then form into 4 equal patties.
Cook the Patties
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties 5-6 minutes per side until golden and internal temp reaches 165°F (75°C).
Toast the Buns
Slice buns in half, butter lightly, and toast for 2-3 minutes until golden.
Assemble the Burgers
Mix mayonnaise with sriracha if desired. Spread on bottom bun.
Add chicken patty, spoon kimchi bacon jam on top, and finish with cilantro and additional toppings. Cap with top bun. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
Adjust gochujang amount for spicier or milder burgers.
Swap ground turkey for chicken if preferred.
Kimchi bacon jam keeps up to a week in the fridge.
Great with brioche or potato buns for extra softness.
- Prep Time: 20 mins
- Cook Time: 20 mins
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Korean-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 580 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 1160 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 6 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 19 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 32 g
- Cholesterol: 115 mg