Turkey Yakitori Burgers With Sweet-Soy Glaze

May 28, 2023May 28, 20230 2
Turkey Yakitori Burgers With Sweet-Soy Glaze: A delicious fusion between Japanese and American cuisine.
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Prep

15 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/2 - 3/4 lb ground turkey
1/2 teaspoon garlic , minced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger , minced
1 tablespoon chopped spring onion , white part only ( or scallion )
1/2 teaspoon honey
1/2 tablespoon soy sauce
2 tablespoons well-beaten eggs
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup mirin ( or regular sherry & a tsp . of sugar ) or 1/4 cup sweet sherry ( or regular sherry & a tsp . of sugar )
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 tablespoon brown sugar
2 teaspoons fresh ginger , minced
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cold water
6 spring onions , trimmed & cut to about 8-inches long
1/4 cup mayonnaise

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
332
Sugar
14g
Fat
5.7g
A fusion between Japanese cuisine and the American classic burger, the Turkey Yakitori Burgers With Sweet-Soy Glaze is a dish that will surprise your taste buds in the best way possible. These burgers have a juicy and flavorful center and are made with ground turkey mixed with minced garlic, ginger, and spring onion. The sweet-sour glaze is a perfect complement to the burgers and adds an Asian twist that will make you come back for more. Finished with grilled spring onions on top, these burgers make a great alternative to traditional beef burgers. Try them for your next barbecue, and you will not be disappointed.

Instructions

1.Preheat grill or grill pan over medium-high heat.
2.In a large bowl, mix together ground turkey, garlic, ginger, chopped spring onion, honey, soy sauce, beaten eggs, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
3.Divide the meat mixture into 6 equal parts and shape them into patties.
4.Mix together mirin, soy sauce, maple syrup, brown sugar, minced ginger, and lemon juice in a saucepan and whisk until brown sugar is dissolved.
5.Bring to a boil and reduce heat. Let simmer for 2-3 minutes, then remove from heat.
6.Place the patties on the hot grill and cook until brown, about 2-3 minutes on each side.
7.Baste the patties with the glaze and cook for another 1-2 minutes on each side.
8.Remove the patties from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes.
9.Place the spring onions on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, until lightly charred.
10.Spread mayonnaise on the bottom of each bun and place a patty on top. Add the grilled spring onions and drizzle with more glaze. Top with the other half of the bun.

PROS

These turkey burgers are a flavorful and healthy alternative to traditional beef burgers.

They are packed with Asian flavors such as ginger and soy sauce, and the sweet-sour glaze adds a delicious twist.

Compared to beef, turkey is leaner and a great source of protein.

CONS

Cooking with ground turkey can be challenging as it tends to dry out easily.

Make sure not to overcook the patties, as they can become tough and dry.

The glaze contains brown sugar and maple syrup, which can make it high in calories and sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Turkey is a lean meat that is rich in protein and low in fat.
It is a great source of essential nutrients such as B vitamins, iron, zinc, and selenium.
Ginger has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties that can have a positive effect on digestive health.

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