Pacific Rim Chicken Burgers with Ginger Mayonnaise

Created by Kristine Snyder from Kihei, Maui, Hawaii, this recipe was the winner of the 45th National Chicken Cooking Contest in 2003.

Recipe Ingredients:

Ginger Mayonnaise:
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoon sweet pickle relish
2 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
2 teaspoon fresh lime juice
1 clove garlic (minced)
1/4 teaspoon salt

1 1/4 pounds ground chicken
2/3 cup panko (Japanese bread crumbs)
1 large egg, lightly beaten
2 green onions, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons chopped cilantro
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Asian hot chili sauce
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 cup bottled teriyaki sauce
4 teaspoons honey
4 sesame buns, split and toasted
4 leaves red lettuce
1 cucumber, peeled, seeded, halved and thinly sliced lengthwise

Cooking Directions:

1. For Ginger Mayonnaise: In small bowl, mix together all ingredients.
2. In large bowl, mix together chicken, panko, egg, onions, cilantro, garlic, chili sauce and salt. With oiled hands, form into 4 patties.
3. In small bowl, mix together teriyaki glaze and honey.
4. In large nonstick skillet over medium high heat, place oil. Add chicken and cook, turning and brushing with teriyaki glaze, about 10 minutes or until done.
5. Place burgers on toasted buns and top with lettuce, cucumber and Ginger Mayonnaise. Garnish with additional cilantro and cucumber slices.

Makes 4 servings.

Recipe and photograph provided courtesy of the National Chicken Council. Used with permission.