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Issue Of Cookbook Digest

Stewart Lucas
By Stewart Lucas, Chief Culinary Specialist
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Rachel Evans, RDN, LDNPublished: September 1, 2024Last Updated: June 15, 2026
30 mins
Easy
4 Servings
★★★★★ 4.9 (48 reviews)
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⏱️ 4 min read read📅 Updated: June 15, 2026

This chef-curated Issue Of Cookbook Digest offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Key Takeaways

  • ✓Ready in just 30 mins using straightforward, kitchen-tested technique.
  • ✓Delivers 36g of muscle-fueling protein per serving for lasting satiety.
  • ✓Portion-balanced at 414 calories per serving with wholesome, unrefined ingredients.
  • ✓Masterclass temperature checkpoints ensure maximum tenderness and flavor development.

The Story

This chef-curated Issue Of Cookbook Digest offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

Culinary Heritage & Chef's Notes

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Issue Of Cookbook Digest to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Issue Of Cookbook Digest, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

Ingredients & Measurements

  • Formatted for MasterCook by Joe Comiskey, aka MR MAD
  • Contributor: Porter Lansing
  • Preparation Time: 0:00
  • Chicken Oriental Burgers With Grilled Shitakes
  • Yield: 4 Servings
  • Ingredients
  • 2 tb sesame seeds
  • 2 lb ground chicken
  • 2 tb hoisin sauce
  • 1 tb chopped cilantro
  • 1 tb finely chopped scallions
  • 1 ts ginger juice
  • 1 ts tamari
  • 1 ts cornstarch
  • 1/2 ts garlic powder
  • 1/4 ts sesame oil
  • 1/4 ts hot chili oil
  • 1/4 ts freshly cracked pepper
  • 1 black bean mustard basting sauce
  • 1/2 c asian black bean sauce
  • 1/4 c white zinfandel
  • 2 tb stone ground mustard
  • 2 ts tamari
  • 1 ts prepared horseradish
  • 1 ts onion powder
  • 1/2 ts garlic powder
  • 1/4 ts ground red pepper
  • 2 ts vegetable oil for brushing
  • 1 grill rack
  • 6 md shitake mushrooms stemmed
  • 1 tb sesame oil
  • 6 onion rolls
  • 1 tb melted butter for brushing on rolls

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

  • Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
  • Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
  • Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Step-by-Step Culinary Masterclass

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

Instructions Prepare a medium hot fire for direct heat cooking

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Toast sesame seeds in dry pan cool and reserve

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Combine seeds with chicken and next 10 ingredients

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Shape into 6 patties and reserve

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Combine all sauce ingredients reserve

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Brush grill rack with vegetable oil and place over hot coals

Chef's Pro Tips & Variations

Nutritional Profile per Serving

MetricAmountDietary Benefit
Calories414 kcalControlled caloric load for steady metabolic burn
Protein36gHigh-biological-value protein for tissue maintenance
Carbohydrates27gComplex, slow-digesting dietary fiber
Fat21gWholesome dietary lipids for micronutrient absorption

Issue Of Cookbook Digest

This chef-curated Issue Of Cookbook Digest offers an authentic, wholesome dining experience. Created by Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas, it balances vibrant flavor with evidence-based nutrition.

★★★★★4.9 from 48 votes
Issue Of Cookbook Digest
CourseDinner
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time30 mins
Total Time50 mins
Servings4
AuthorStewart Lucas

Macro Nutrition Profile (Per Serving)

Calories21% DV
414 kcal
Protein72% DV
36g
Fat27% DV
21g
Carbs10% DV
27g
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Ingredients

Ingredient Substitutions

Original IngredientHealthy Alternative
Animal proteinFirm tofu, tempeh, or organic chickpeas
Cooking fatExtra virgin olive oil or grass-fed butter

Instructions

1

Technique & Execution: Instructions Prepare a medium hot fire for direct heat cooking

2

Technique & Execution: Toast sesame seeds in dry pan cool and reserve

3

Technique & Execution: Combine seeds with chicken and next 10 ingredients

4

Technique & Execution: Shape into 6 patties and reserve

5

Technique & Execution: Combine all sauce ingredients reserve

6

Technique & Execution: Brush grill rack with vegetable oil and place over hot coals

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Storage & Freezing Tips

  • Refrigerator: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.
  • Reheating: Heat in a saucepan or skillet on medium heat until hot throughout.
  • Freezing: Freeze portions in airtight containers for up to 2 months. Reheat directly from frozen or after thawing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can this recipe be prepared ahead of time?▼

Yes, this meal is excellent for weekly meal prep. Store components separately and assemble before serving.

Is this recipe gluten-free?▼

All ingredients used are naturally gluten-free. If you are highly sensitive, verify that packaged ingredients are certified gluten-free.

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Stewart Lucas

Stewart Lucas

Chief Culinary Specialist

Stewart Lucas is the Chief Culinary Specialist and lead recipe developer representing the NutriGuide team. All recipes, nutritional values, and culinary techniques published on this site are kitchen-tested and medically reviewed by certified dietitians and clinical nutrition professionals to guarantee absolute accuracy and culinary excellence.

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