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Spicy Teriyaki Turkey Burgers with Cilantro Lime Sauce

Recipe submitted by Heidi F. of Riverton, UT for the Mambolicious Recipe Contest ’09.

Ingredients:

Burgers:

• 1 lb. ground turkey
• 1 tsp. or 2 cloves minced garlic
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 1/4 cup The Ginger People’s Spicy Ginger Teriyaki Sauce
• 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp. brown sugar
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1 Tbsp. canola oil
• 4 hamburger buns
• 2 tsp. butter, room temp.

Sauce:

• 1/4 cup reduced fat mayonnaise
• 2 Tbsp. The Ginger People’s Spicy Ginger Teriyaki Sauce
• 1 Tbsp. fresh lime juice
• 2 Tbsp. finely chopped cilantro

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, combine turkey, garlic, egg, teriyaki sauce, lime juice, sugar, and green onions.
2. Use hands to mix, just until evenly incorporated. Form into 4 equal patties, about 3/4-inch thick.
3. Heat canola oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat.
4. Add burgers, cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, until cooked through.
5. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk mayonnaise, teriyaki sauce, lime juice, and cilantro; set aside.
6. Lightly butter each half of buns and broil 2-3 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Place burgers on bottom halves of buns. Spoon 1-1/2 tablespoons of sauce on each burger; garnish with a slice of tomato and lettuce.

Servings: 4