Asian Turkey Burgers

This is a family favorite passed to me by my Mom.  I makes about 12 burgers that can be frozen for meals later. They are simple, tasty and most important, do not dry out. On my copy of the recipe there is a credit to Eating Well Magazine, Summer 2003.

Asian Turkey Burgers

6 slices whole wheat bread, crust removed, torn into peices

2 1/4 pounds lean ground turkey

24 ounces canned water chestnuts, rinsed and chopped

6 Tbs hoisin sauce

6 scallions, trimmed and sliced

3 Tbs fresh ginger, minced

6 cloves garlic, minced

3/4 tsp salt

4 1/2 tsp sesame oil

Sesame Mayonnaise

6 Tbs lowfat mayonnaise

6 Tbs nonfat plain yogurt

1 1/2 tsp sesame oil

1 1/2 tsp soy sauce

Preheat grill to medium high. Place bread in a food processor and pulse into fine crumbs. Transfer to a large bowl. Add ground turkey, scallions, garlic, ginger, water chestnuts, hoisin, and salt. Mix well (the mixture will be moist). Divide mixture into four equal portions. Form into 1/2 inch thick patties.

Oil grill rack with sesame oil. Brush patties with sesame oil. Grill until browned, and no longer pink in the center (about 5 mins. per side).

Sesame Mayonnaise:

Combine all ingredients in a bowl; whisk until blended (makes about 1/4 cup)

Enjoy! Happy Grilling!