If you love bold flavors and a little heat, this Korean Fusion Firecracker Burger is about to become your new go-to. Juicy beef patties meet smoky gouda, sweet mango, fiery kimchi, and a drizzle of hoisin sauce—all packed into a perfectly toasted bun. Let’s fire up the grill!
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 4 burger buns (Brioche or Pretzel recommended)
- 4 slices smoked gouda cheese
- 1 ripe mango, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup kimchi (Korean fermented cabbage)
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 1/4 cup sriracha mayo (mix sriracha with mayonnaise to taste)
- Fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- Salt and pepper to taste
1. Prep and Grill the Patties
Start by preheating your grill to medium-high heat. Shape the ground beef into four equal patties and season generously with salt and pepper. Grill for about 4-5 minutes per side or until cooked to your preferred doneness. In the last minute of cooking, add a slice of smoked gouda on each patty and let it melt to perfection.
2. Toast the Buns
While your patties are grilling, lightly toast the brioche or pretzel buns on the grill for a golden, crispy texture.
3. Assemble the Firecracker Burger
- Spread a generous layer of sriracha mayo on the bottom half of each bun.
- Place the cheeseburger patty on top.
- Add thin mango slices, a spoonful of kimchi, and fresh cilantro leaves.
- Drizzle with hoisin sauce for that sweet and savory kick.
- Sprinkle on some thinly sliced red onion for extra crunch.
- Finish with a squeeze of lime for a zesty contrast.
- Top it off with the toasted bun and get ready to indulge!
Why You’ll Love This Burger
This burger is a fusion masterpiece, combining sweet, spicy, smoky, and tangy flavors in every bite. The mango and hoisin sauce balance out the heat from the kimchi and sriracha mayo, while the gouda cheese adds a creamy, smoky finish.
🔥 Pro Tip: Serve it with sweet potato fries or a side of Korean-style pickles for the ultimate meal.
Ready to take your burger game to the next level? Give this Firecracker Burger a try and let us know what you think! #SpicyBites #KoreanFusion #BurgerLover
Posted by Wulf Burgers on Monday February 28, 2025