Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
  • 1 medium red bell pepper, finely chopped
  • 1/4 small napa cabbage, shredded
  • 4 scallions, finely chopped
  • 1 large egg white, lightly beaten
  • 3 tablespoons cilantro, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
  • 2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided
  • 6 tablespoons light mayonnaise
  • 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon light soy sauce
  • 2 teaspoons wasabi paste
  • 6 whole wheat hamburger buns, toasted

Method

  • mix together turkey, scallions, bell pepper (I used a small), egg white (I used 2 whole eggs), cilantro, 2 T soy sauce, ginger, 1/2 t sesame oil, salt and pepper. Shape into 6 patties about 1/2 inch thick.
  • Heat 2 T veg. oil in skillet until hot, reduce heat to medium; add turkey burgers and cook 5 min on each side or until cooked thru, adding more oil as needed.
  • Meanwhile, stir together the mayo., prepared wasabi, remaining teaspoon soy sauce, and 1/2 t sesame oil.
  • Put a burger in each bun and top with about 1 T of the mayo sauce.