Burger with Asian sauce

Ingredients:

• 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp finely grated peeled ginger root
• 1 clove garlic, chopped
• 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
• 1/4 cup hot ketchup
• 1/4 tbsp. dry sherry
• 1 teaspoon soy sauce
• 1 tsp. dark sesame oil
• 700 g of ground beef neck
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 4 hamburger buns, lightly toasted
• For serving: lettuce, tomato, pickled vegetables and/or French fries

Preparation:

1. In a small saucepan, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over high heat. Add the ginger and garlic and cook until softened, about 2 minutes. Add the hoisin sauce, ketchup, sherry, soy sauce, and sesame oil and bring to a boil. Remove from heat and cool slightly.
2. Mix the ground beef with the cilantro, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Form into four patties, 2 cm thick and about 11 cm in diameter.
3. Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the patties, turning once, for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium-rare, brushing them with a little sauce a few minutes before they're done.
4. Serve the patties on buns with the remaining sauce, lettuce and tomatoes, if using, and pickles and French fries on the side.