Ingredients Meat & Poultry Pork Recipes Ground Pork Recipes Lemongrass Pork Burgers Be the first to rate & review! By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on May 16, 2017 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Yield: 6 The flavors of Southeast Asiawere the inspiration for thislean, delicious burger, whichhas an alluring floral note oflemongrass and a good dose ofginger, too. Ingredients 3 shallots, thinly sliced 1 ½ stalks fresh lemongrass, bottom 6 inches only, finely chopped (6 tablespoons) 1 piece (2 inches) peeled fresh ginger, coarsely chopped 1 pound ground pork 1 ½ teaspoons coarse salt ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper Vegetable oil, for brushing ¼ cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 3 limes) ¼ cup Asian fish sauce 3 to 6 fresh Thai chiles (depending on desired heat), thinly sliced crosswise 2 heads Boston lettuce (6 medium cup-shaped leaves reserved, remaining leaves shredded crosswise) ½ cup fresh cilantro leaves ¼ cup fresh mint leaves Cucumber wedges, for serving (optional) Directions Process 2 shallots, the lemongrass, and ginger in a food processor until finely ground. Transfer shallot mixture to a medium bowl. Using your hands, gently combine shallot mixture, the pork, salt, and pepper (do not overwork meat). Shape into 6 patties (3 to 4 inches in diameter). Refrigerate, covered, until cold, about 1 hour (or overnight). Preheat grill to medium-high (if using a charcoal grill, coals are ready when you can hold your hand 5 inches above grill for just 3 to 4 seconds). Brush grill and burgers with oil. Grill burgers, flipping once, until cooked through, about 5 minutes per side. Make salad: Stir together remaining shallot, the lime juice, fish sauce, and chiles in a small bowl. Toss together shredded lettuce, the cilantro, and mint in a medium bowl. Add dressing; toss. Place each burger on a lettuce cup. Top with salad, dividing evenly. Serve with cucumber wedges, if desired. Cook's Notes Thai chiles are small, fresh, red orgreen chiles, and are very hot. For amilder flavor, remove the seeds. Youcan substitute one fresh serrano chile. Rate it Print