Southeast Asian Pork Patties

The fresh flavours of these patties go with just about anything, whether the rest of your menu is Asian-inspired or not. 

1 lb ground pork

1 green onion, finely sliced

1 large clove garlic, minced

½ t powdered ginger

½ t sesame oil

¼ c chopped cilantro

¼ c panko breadcrubs

1 egg

½ t salt

Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.  Mix with hands until uniformly blended.

Form into four patties.  Brown in a lightly-greased frying pan over medium low heat for roughly eight minutes per side.

Serve hot, with soy sauce for dipping, if desired.