Ramen Burger

Noodle buns:

· 200 g (7 oz) ramen noodles, cooked according to the packet instructions

· 1 medium egg, beaten

· 2 tbsp. rapeseed oil

 

Burgers:

· 2 beef patties

· Salt and freshly ground black pepper

· 1 tbsp. teriyaki sauce

· 2 tbsp. sesame oil

· 2 slices Cheddar or Monterey Jack (optional)

· 2 tbsp. mustard relish

· 2 tbsp. wasabi mayonnaise

· 50 g (2 oz) Chinese cabbage, shredded

· 1 radish, thinly sliced

· 1 pinch chives

· Sriracha, to serve

 

Steps

1. Let the noodles cool to room temperature. In a small mixing bowl, stir the egg into the noodles, tossing thoroughly to coat. Divide the egg-dressed noodles into 4 portions, and place each into a 9 cm mould. Alternatively, if you do not have any moulds, shape the bun using your hands. They will be looser, but delicious at the same time

2. Add the oil to a frying pan and set over a medium-high heat. Once the oil begins to shimmer, place the noodle buns into the pan in their moulds (if
using) and use a small ramekin to press them down. Cook until the bottom is a dark golden brown. Flip both of the noodle buns, and cook until a dark golden brown on both sides, then carefully remove from the moulds.

3. Season the beef patties with salt, pepper, teriyaki sauce and sesame oil. Wipe out the frying pan and cook the patties over a medium-high heat for about 4 minutes on each side until medium rare, or to your preference. Top with a slice of cheese if using.

4. Assemble the burgers, starting with the ramen bun, followed by the mustard relish, burger patty, wasabi mayonnaise, cabbage, radish, chives, and Sriracha. Top with the other noodle bun

 

From: Pimp My Noodles:

turn instant noodles and ramen into fabulous feasts!

By: Kathy Kordalis