Sichuan Peppercorn Burgers With Chili Ginger Mayo and Cucumber Pickles Recipe

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon Sichuan peppercorns, shiny black seeds and stems removed
• 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, preferably Thai
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed
• 1/4 teaspoon fennel seed
• 1 small star anise pod (see note)
• 1 teaspoon light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon red chili paste, such as Sambal Oelek
• 1 (2-inch) knob fresh ginger, peeled and grated
• 2 teaspoons rice vinegar
• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck, preferably about 80 percent lean, formed into 4 (6-ounce) patties
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 4 English muffins, split and toasted
• Quick Pickled Cucumbers, for topping burgers
• Cilantro leaves and tender stems, for topping burgers

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