BUFFALO AND LEMON GRASS SAUSAGE PATTIES Adapted from 3 Nagas , Luang Prabang , Laos Time : 20 minutes 1 pound coarsely ground buffalo or beef chuck -LRB- ground by a butcher ; do not chop in a food processor -RRB- 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt 3\/4 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper 1 long green hot chili , finely chopped 3 tablespoons finely chopped lemon grass 1 medium shallot , peeled and finely chopped 2 cloves garlic , peeled and finely chopped .