Korean Grilled Patty Skewers
Tteokgalbi-kkochi are skewered oval patties made from a kneaded mix of ground beef, ground pork, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, sesame oil, and a spoonful of starch for binding. Kneading the mixture for at least three minutes develops enough tackiness to keep the patties firmly attached to wooden skewers during grilling. Searing over medium heat triggers a golden Maillard crust on each side, and a final few minutes on lower heat ensures the centers cook through without drying out. A quick brush of soy-and-corn-syrup glaze right before serving gives each skewer a glossy, sweet-salty finish.
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Instructions
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Finely mince onion and green onion, then lightly press out excess moisture.
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Combine beef, pork, vegetables, soy sauce, sugar, garlic, sesame oil, pepper, and starch in a bowl.
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Knead for at least 3 minutes until sticky, then divide into 8 oval patties.
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Skewer each patty and grill over medium heat for 3-4 minutes per side.
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Lower heat and cook 2 more minutes so the center is fully cooked.
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Optionally brush with a quick glaze of soy sauce and corn syrup before serving.
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