Name: Korean-Style Beef Burger with Crispy Bacon
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean-American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1/2 lb bacon; 4 slices cheddar cheese; 4 burger buns; 4 lettuce leaves; 1/4 cup ketchup; 1/4 cup mustard; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp honey; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp black pepper

A juicy beef patty topped with crispy bacon, melted cheese, lettuce, and a tangy sauce, inspired by the Korean street food scene.

Method

Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
Form ground beef into 4 equal patties and season with garlic powder and pepper.
Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side until desired doneness.
In the same pan, cook bacon until crispy, then set aside.
Toast burger buns on the grill.
Assemble burgers with lettuce, patty, bacon, and cheese.
In a small bowl, mix ketchup, mustard, soy sauce, and honey for the sauce.
Serve with the sauce on the side.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.