Ground turkey may be low calorie, but it can also be bland and dry. In this recipe, the zucchini adds moisture (you won't really taste it) and the teriyaki ingredients add an Asian flavor. I serve these on onion rolls. Note: Even with the bread crumbs and egg for binding, these burgers tend to fall apart on a grill, so I recommend cooking them in a non-stick pan with a little bit of oil. Makes 4 burgers.
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 1/2 lb. ground turkey
- 1/4 cup grated zucchini
- 1/4 cup fresh bread crumbs
- 3 Tbsp. soy sauce
- 2 tsp. frozen orange juice concentrate, melted
- 2 tsp. minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp. grated fresh ginger
- 1 1/2 tsp. five-spice powder
- 1 tsp. salt
- 1/2 tsp. ground pepper
- 1 egg
Preparation:
1. Thoroughly combine all ingredients in a mixing bowl.
2. Form into 4 patties about 1/2-inch thick.
3. Place patties on a baking sheet or plate, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to an hour to allow burgers to set so they'll hold together while cooking.
4. Cook in a non-stick pan over medium high heat for about 5 minutes per side.
Note: You can freeze the two remaining burgers by wrapping them individually in plastic then storing them in a zippered bag. Thaw for 24 hours in the refrigerator before cooking.
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