Hoisin Turkey Burgers with Quick Pickles and Chili Garlic Yogurt Recipe

Hoisin Turkey Burgers with Quick Pickles and Chili Garlic Yogurt

Level: Easy
Yield: 6 servings
Nutritional Information Per Serving: Calories 186, Total Fat 4g, Cholesterol 23mg, Sodium 421mg, Carbohydrates 23g, Dietary Fiber 3g, Protein 18g
Total Time: 1 hr 33 min (Prep: 25 min, Rest: 1 hr, Cook: 8 min)

Infuse your weeknight dinners with vibrant Asian-inspired flavors! Bulgur wheat soaked in garlic, ginger, scallions, hoisin, and cilantro creates light, juicy turkey burgers bursting with freshness. Top them with crunchy quick-pickled cucumbers and onions, plus a creamy-spicy chili garlic yogurt sauce for irresistible texture and zing that'll have everyone craving seconds.[1][4]

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup bulgur wheat
• 1/2 cup boiling water
• 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
• 1/4 seedless cucumber, thinly sliced (1/8-inch), about 1 cup
• 1/4 small red onion, sliced thin
• 1/4 cup plain low-fat yogurt
• 1 teaspoon chili garlic sauce
• 12 ounces lean ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
• 2 scallions, chopped
• 1 teaspoon grated ginger
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro, plus 1/4 cup whole leaves
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 4 whole wheat hamburger buns

Cooking Instructions

1. Place bulgur in a medium bowl; pour boiling water over it. Cover with plastic wrap and let soak until tender, 45 minutes to 1 hour.
2. Meanwhile, whisk vinegar and sugar in a medium bowl, seasoning with salt and pepper until sugar dissolves. Add cucumber and onion; toss and marinate about 30 minutes.
3. In a small bowl, mix yogurt and chili garlic sauce; season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
4. Drain bulgur; transfer to a large bowl. Add turkey, hoisin, scallions, ginger, garlic, and chopped cilantro. Gently mix and shape into 4 equal patties.
5. Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high until hot. Brush patties lightly with oil. Cook, flipping once, 3-4 minutes per side until fully cooked.
6. Drain pickled veggies; toss with whole cilantro leaves. Spread yogurt sauce on bun halves, add patty and pickles, and devour!

Bulgur lightens these burgers by stretching the turkey while adding nutty texture. This revamped recipe honors its cultural roots for an authentic, crave-worthy bite. From Recipe Iseasy Kitchens[1][7]