Garlic Pork Burger with a Flavorful Garlic Sauce: A Special Treat Made Easy at Home!

Introducing a special hamburger recipe that is easy to make at home. The Pork and Garlic Burger, a perfect combination of savory fried pork and a sweet and tangy garlic sauce, is a recipe born from Chef Baek Jong-won's idea. This recipe is designed to be easy for anyone to follow, allowing you to create a flavorful hamburger with simple steps.

[Ingredients]

Fried Pork

• Pork (butt) 100g
• Tempura flour 1 cup (110g)
• Water 2/3 cup (120g)
• Salt to taste
• Black pepper to taste

Garlic Sauce

• Mayonnaise 3/4 cup (120g)
• Vinegar 2 tablespoons (20g)
• Granulated sugar 3 tablespoons (30g)
• Peeled garlic 1/4 cup (30g)
• Black pepper to taste

Hamburger (1 serving)

• Hamburger bun 1
• Fried pork 2 pieces (60g)
• Garlic sauce 3 tablespoons (45g)
• Tomato to taste
• Lettuce to taste
• Onion to taste

[Instructions]

1. Prepare the ingredients

• Slice the tomatoes to about 0.5cm thickness.
• Slice the onions into rings or halve them and thinly slice them.
• Finely chop the peeled garlic and soak it in cold water to remove the pungency.
  • TIP: To reduce the pungency of the garlic and enhance its flavor, soak it in cold water and then pat it dry with a paper towel.

2. Make the garlic sauce

• In a large bowl, combine the mayonnaise, granulated sugar, vinegar, minced garlic, and black pepper and mix well.
  • TIP: You can adjust the amount of garlic to your liking or add a little honey for a sweeter taste.

3. Prepare the fried pork

• Season the pork with salt and black pepper.
• In a large bowl, mix the tempura flour and water to make the batter.
• Coat the seasoned pork evenly with the batter and fry it in oil preheated to 170-180°C until golden brown.
  • TIP: For a crispier texture, you can double-fry it. Fry for 3 minutes at medium temperature for the first fry and 1 minute at high temperature for the second fry.

4. Toast the hamburger buns

• Place the hamburger buns on a frying pan and toast them over low heat.
  • TIP: Lightly buttering the buns before toasting will enhance their flavor.

5. Assemble the hamburger

• Generously spread garlic sauce on the toasted bun.
• Add lettuce, then tomato and fried pork in layers.
• Add more garlic sauce between the fried pork layers, and finally top with onions.
• Cover with the other bun and drizzle with a little more garlic sauce to finish.

Tips for enjoying

• Use plenty of garlic sauce, as its flavor is key to the overall taste of the hamburger.
• Adding sliced pickles to your liking will add a refreshing touch and improve the balance of flavors.
• Serve with french fries or a simple salad for a more fulfilling meal.

A Special Burger Made with Chef Baek Jong-won's Recipe

Chef Baek Jong-won's recipes are always simple yet never compromise on depth of flavor. The Pork and Garlic Burger is no exception; you can achieve a satisfying taste with simple ingredients and an easy cooking process. In particular, the garlic sauce is highly versatile and can be used not only for burgers but also as a sandwich spread or salad dressing.

If you want to create a special meal at home, start with this Pork and Garlic Burger. A flavorful bite will make your day extra special!