Japanese Burgers With Wasabi Ketchup
Ingredients
For the Wasabi Ketchup
Ketchup
Soy sauce
Wasabi paste
For the Burgers
Ground sirloin
Ground pork
Panko breadcrumbs or other dry bread crumbs
Whole milk
White onion, finely chopped
Soy sauce
Salt
Pepper
Sesame oil (for coating hands)
Brioche buns
Preparation
Prepare the Wasabi Ketchup
Begin by combining ketchup, soy sauce, and wasabi paste in a small bowl. Whisk the ingredients together until smooth, ensuring that the wasabi is evenly incorporated into the mixture.
Prepare the Burgers
Preheat your grill to medium heat. In a large mixing bowl, combine the panko breadcrumbs and milk, allowing them to rest for 2-3 minutes. Once softened, add the ground sirloin, ground pork, finely chopped onion, soy sauce, salt, and pepper. Knead the mixture until it becomes sticky and cohesive, then divide it into four equal portions.
Form the Patties
Lightly coat your hands with sesame oil to prevent sticking. Roll each portion of the meat into a ball, then gently flatten it with your palms, shaping it into a patty about ½ inch thick. Use the side of your hand to create a shallow indentation in the center of each patty to help maintain its shape while grilling.
Cook the Burgers
Place the patties on the grill, flipping them twice during cooking to ensure they are evenly browned and fully cooked through, with no pink in the center. This should take approximately 10 minutes. Alternatively, you may broil or sauté the burgers to your preference. After grilling, let the patties rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Assemble the Burgers
Place each patty on a brioche bun and generously top with the prepared wasabi ketchup. Serve immediately and enjoy!