Bahn Mi Burgers with Pickled Slaw

Bahn Mi Burgers with Pickled Slaw
Makes 6 burgers

2 pounds ground pork/chicken mix
1/4c basil, minced
4 tablespoon garlic, minced
1 tablespoon ginger, minced
2 green onions, sliced
1 handful cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoon fish sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
zest of 1/2 lime
1 egg
2t five-spice powder

Toppings:
Slaw (see below)
ciabatta buns
sliced cucumber
jalapeno peppers, thinly sliced
cilantro, basil, lettuce to taste

Mix the burgers and let sit 1 hour.Form the mixture into patties.
Grill over medium heat until cooked, about 4-6 minutes per side.
Assemble burgers and enjoy.


Banh Mi Slaw
2 cups carrots, julienned or coarsely grated
2 cups daikon, julienned or coarsely grated
1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
1/3 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
1 tsp salt
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3 tbsp sriracha
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced

Combine carrots, daikon, jalapeno, vinegar, sugar and salt in a bowl.  Set aside for about 1 hour.
Drain most of the liquid from carrot mixture.
Stir in mayo, green onions, hot sauce, and cilantro.
Taste and re-season if desired.  Chill until ready to serve.