Pork Burgers with Asian Spices by Nancy T. Maar

Make sure all the ingredients are mixed well prior to grilling. These burgers are quite spicy, but you can adjust the seasonings to taste.

Yields 4 servings; serving size 4 ounces

Calories: 304.30

Protein: 19.59 grams

Carbohydrates: 1.09 grams

Sugar: 0.22 grams

Fat: 24.08 grams

1 tablespoon soy sauce

1 teaspoon gingerroot, peeled and minced

½ teaspoon ground cayenne pepper, mixed with 1 teaspoon cold water

2 teaspoons fresh green onions, minced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 pound lean ground pork

Combine all ingredients but pork. Using a fork, blend into the pork. Gently form into burgers.
Set grill on high. Quickly sear burgers on both sides. Reduce heat to low and cook for 5 minutes per side. Serve on buns or over rice.