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Asian Turkey Burgers With Sesame Mayo Recipe

Experience a flavor explosion with these juicy Asian Turkey Burgers! Hoisin sauce, ginger, and garlic create a savory base, while crunchy water chestnuts add a delightful textural contrast. These healthy and delicious burgers are grilled to perfection and served on toasted whole-wheat buns with a side of fresh greens. The star of the show? Our homemade sesame mayonnaise, adding a tangy twist that's perfect for the burgers, chicken sandwiches, or as a vibrant dip for roasted vegetables. An optional apricot mustard dipping sauce adds another layer of flavor complexity. This recipe is low-calorie, low-carb, low-sodium, low-cholesterol, and low in saturated fat – a heart-healthy and diabetes-appropriate meal that's perfect for a healthy weight.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 70 mins
Calories 440 kcal
Protein 48g
Rating 4.0 (1 Reviews)
Asian Turkey Burgers With Sesame Mayo

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Ingredients for Asian Turkey Burgers With Sesame Mayo

  • Sandwich Bread
  • Ground Turkey Breast
  • Sliced Water Chestnuts
  • Hoisin Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons chopped scallions (plus 1 tablespoon for mayo)
  • Fresh Ginger
  • Garlic Cloves
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • Toasted Sesame Oil
  • Whole Grain Buns
  • Reduced Fat Mayonnaise
  • Nonfat Plain Yogurt
  • Reduced Sodium Soy Sauce
  • Scallion
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil (plus 1 tablespoon for mayo)
  • Toasted Sesame Seeds
  • 1/2 cup apricot preserves (for mustard)
  • Cider Vinegar
  • Coarse Grain Mustard
  • pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional, for mustard)

How to Make Asian Turkey Burgers With Sesame Mayo

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high heat.
  2. Pulse 2 slices whole wheat bread in a food processor until finely crumbled. Transfer to a large bowl.
  3. Add 1 pound ground turkey, 1/2 cup chopped water chestnuts, 1/4 cup hoisin sauce, 2 tablespoons chopped scallions, 1 tablespoon grated ginger, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 1/2 teaspoon salt to the bowl.
  4. Mix well to combine.
  5. Using dampened hands, gently form the mixture into four 1/2-inch thick patties, slightly thinner in the center to prevent steaming.
  6. Lightly oil the grill rack.
  7. Brush patties with 1 teaspoon sesame oil.
  8. Grill for 5-7 minutes per side, or until browned and cooked through.
  9. While the burgers cook, prepare the sesame mayonnaise:
  10. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/2 cup mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, and 1 tablespoon chopped scallions.
  11. Serve burgers on toasted whole-wheat buns with sesame mayonnaise and a side of tender greens.
  12. Optional Apricot Mustard Dipping Sauce:
  13. Combine 1/2 cup apricot preserves, 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and a pinch of crushed red pepper flakes (optional) in a saucepan.
  14. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently.
  15. Reduce heat and simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  16. Cool to room temperature before serving.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

22 g

Sugar

161g

Fat

6g

Carbs

23g

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