Bongousse Rice Burger Recipe
A Bongousse Rice Burger recipe that you'll definitely crave again after one bite.
📝 Editor's Notes
The Bongousse Rice Burger recipe is a familiar yet special dish that the whole family can enjoy.
Salty Spam, savory tuna mayo, sweet and sour stir-fried kimchi (김치), and creamy cheddar cheese are layered together, creating a feast of diverse flavors.
When a single bowl of rice just isn't enough, this makes for an excellent choice that provides a hearty and satisfying meal.
It's easy for anyone to make without complicated cooking steps, allowing you to enjoy the warmth of a home-cooked meal even on busy days.
It's also perfect as a snack for children or as a picnic lunch.
🛒 Ingredient Tips
For the Spam, a core ingredient of this rice burger, using the original version will allow you to fully enjoy its unique umami flavor.
If you're health-conscious, choosing low-sodium Spam is a good option.
For tuna, it's best to use oil-packed tuna, but as mentioned in the recipe tips, lightly draining the oil will give it a clean, savory taste without being overly greasy.
For the kimchi (김치), using well-fermented sour kimchi will enhance the rich sweet and savory flavor of the stir-fried kimchi.
If it's not too sour, adjust the amount of oligosaccharide (올리고당) to balance the taste.
🔄 Substitution Guide
If you'd like to use other ingredients instead of Spam, finely diced and sautéed chicken breast or thinly sliced bulgogi (불고기) can be good alternatives.
Chicken breast offers a lean, high-protein option, while bulgogi provides a more premium flavor.
For tuna mayo, you can substitute with mashed potatoes mixed with mayonnaise, or finely chopped hard-boiled eggs mixed with mayonnaise to make egg mayo.
If you don't have or dislike cheddar cheese, you can use mozzarella cheese for a melty texture, or simply omit it for a lighter taste.
Please note that substituting ingredients may alter the richness of flavor or texture compared to the original recipe.
🥘 Ingredients
👨🍳 Cooking Points
The first key point is to not just cook the Spam, but to pan-fry it until golden brown.
Frying the Spam until the surface is slightly crispy maximizes its savory and umami flavors, enhancing the overall taste of the rice burger.
The second point is the stir-fried kimchi (김치); it's important to sauté it thoroughly over medium heat with oligosaccharide (올리고당) to reduce its sourness and bring out a sweet and savory flavor.
Continue to sauté until the kimchi becomes soft and glossy.
Lastly, when mixing the rice, add sesame oil, seasoned salt, and crushed gim (김) seaweed while the rice is warm to ensure the ingredients are well combined and the rice grains don't clump together.
👨🍳 Directions
Slice 1 can of Spam into bite-sized pieces and pan-fry until golden brown.
Drain excess oil from 1 can of tuna (draining slightly makes it lighter), then mix with an appropriate amount of mayonnaise until well combined and creamy.
Finely chop kimchi (김치) with scissors, then sauté over medium heat with 1 tbsp of Oligosaccharide (올리고당) until sweet and savory.
In a bowl, mix cooked rice with sesame oil, seasoned salt, and crushed gim (김) seaweed until the savory flavors are evenly distributed.
In a serving bowl or mold, layer the ingredients in the following order: cooked rice, Spam, cheddar cheese, stir-fried kimchi (김치), tuna mayo, and then another layer of cooked rice.
💡 Tips
When making tuna mayo, lightly drain the oil from the tuna can for a lighter and less oily taste.
Once you try this finished rice burger, you'll definitely crave it again. Be sure to save this recipe and make it!
📦 Storage & Reuse
The finished rice burger is best enjoyed immediately.
However, if you have leftovers or need to prepare it in advance, wrap the rice burger tightly with plastic wrap and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one day.
To reheat, microwave for 1.5 to 2 minutes until warm.
Be careful not to overheat, as the rice can dry out or become tough.
Leftover Spam can be used in kimchi jjigae (김치찌개) or budae jjigae (부대찌개), tuna mayo can be a sandwich filling, and stir-fried kimchi (김치) can be used for kimchi fried rice or dubu kimchi (두부김치), ensuring no waste.
🥢 Who This Is For
This Bongousse Rice Burger is an excellent choice for a busy breakfast, packed lunch, or a children's snack.
Since it combines various ingredients, even picky eaters can enjoy it.
It's also great for easy packing for camping trips or picnics, and perfect as a special snack while watching a movie on the weekend.
Pairing the rice burger with warm miso soup or a refreshing soda will complete a more satisfying meal.
🔥 Nutrition Info
While the Bongousse Rice Burger provides a hearty and satisfying meal, the combination of various ingredients makes it relatively high in calories and fat.
Based on this recipe serving 2 people, the estimated calories per serving are approximately 1200-1300 kcal.
You would consume about 70-80g of protein, 70-85g of fat, and 80-90g of carbohydrates.
Spam, tuna, and cheese provide abundant protein and fat, while rice supplies carbohydrates for energy.
However, due to Spam, stir-fried kimchi (김치), and seasoned salt, the sodium content can be high.
Those mindful of sodium intake are advised to blanch the Spam or adjust the amount of seasoned salt.
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