Another Asian Turkey Burgers With Sesame Mayonnaise

Name: Another Asian Turkey Burgers With Sesame Mayonnaise
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 slices whole wheat bread, crusts removed, torn into pieces; 12 ounces lean ground turkey breast; 8 ounces sliced water chestnuts, rinsed and chopped; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 2 scallions, trimmed and sliced; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 2 garlic cloves, minced; ¼ teaspoon salt; fresh ground black pepper, to taste; 1 ½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise; 2 tablespoons nonfat yogurt or 2 tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt; 1 tablespoon chopped scallion; ½ teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; sesame seeds; salt and pepper

Servings: persons

2 slices whole wheat bread, crusts removed, torn into pieces
12 ounces lean ground turkey breast
8 ounces sliced water chestnuts, rinsed and chopped
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
2 scallions, trimmed and sliced
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
¼ teaspoon salt
fresh ground black pepper, to taste
1 ½ teaspoons toasted sesame oil
2 tablespoons reduced-fat mayonnaise
2 tablespoons nonfat yogurt or 2 tablespoons low-fat plain yogurt
1 tablespoon chopped scallion
½ teaspoon freshly grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon lemon juice
sesame seeds
salt and pepper

1
Preheat grill to medium-high.
2
Place bread in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs.
3
Transfer to a large bowl.
4
Add ground turkey, water chestnuts, hoisin, scallions, ginger, garlic and salt; mix well.
5
(The mixture will be moist.
6
).
7
With dampened hands, form the mixture into four 1/2-inch-thick patties.
8
Oil the grill rack.
9
Brush the patties with sesame oil.
10
Grill until browned and no longer pink in the center, about 5 minutes per side.
11
(An instant-read thermometer inserted in the center should register 165F.
12
).
13
PREPARE SESAME MAYONNAISE WITH A TWIST:.
14
Combine mayonnaise, yogurt, scallions, lemon zest, lemon juice, salt & pepper in a small bowl; whisk until blended.
15
Then add the sesame seeds, if you choose to.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 slices whole wheat bread, crusts removed, torn into pieces, 12 ounces lean ground turkey breast, 8 ounces sliced water chestnuts, rinsed and chopped, 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce, and more.

Yes, Another Asian Turkey Burgers With Sesame Mayonnaise falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!