Pan-Seared Pork Burger with Sesame Soy Glaze

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-08-05 · Updated 2026-08-05

A juicy pork burger pan-seared to perfection, topped with a savory sesame soy glaze that infuses every bite with rich umami flavor. This Asian Fusion-inspired sandwich and wrap recipe, ready in about 25 minutes, pairs ground pork, soy sauce, sesame oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 500 grams ground pork
• 3 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 tsp grated ginger
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 2, finely sliced green onions
• 4 burger buns
• 1/2 cup cucumber slices
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a large bowl, combine 500 grams ground pork, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1/2 tsp black pepper, and 2 sliced green onions. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
2. Step 2: Form the mixture into 4 equal patties about 3/4 inch thick. Refrigerate for 10 minutes to firm up.
3. Step 3: While patties chill, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tbsp sesame oil, and 1 tbsp brown sugar in a small bowl until sugar dissolves to create the glaze.
4. Step 4: Heat a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook for 4 minutes on the first side until the edges start to brown and crisp.
5. Step 5: Flip patties and brush generously with the sesame soy glaze. Continue cooking for another 3-4 minutes, basting once more, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F and the glaze thickens and coats the patties.
6. Step 6: Toast 4 burger buns lightly in a separate pan or toaster. Spread 1 tbsp mayonnaise on each bun bottom.
7. Step 7: Assemble burgers by placing the glazed pork patties on the buns, topping with cucumber slices (1/2 cup divided), and sandwiching with the top bun. Serve immediately.