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Turkey Burgers with Gochujang & Kimchi

Juicy turkey patties deliver a spicy, savory punch from gochujang and sesame, their crisp edges giving way to tender bites. Tangy kimchi and cool cucumber slices cut through the heat, finishing on a soft, toasted bun.

Recipe and photo by EatingWell, shared here with credit. View the Original

Turkey Burgers with Gochujang & Kimchi
Total
23 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
8 min
Serves
4

Nutrition per Serving

Calories
341
Protein
28g
Carbs
33g
Fat
12g
Fiber
5g
Sugar
8g
Sodium
782mg

Ingredients

  • 1 pound 93%-lean ground turkey
  • 3 scallions, sliced
  • 8 teaspoons Korean chile paste (see Tips), divided
  • 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons low-fat mayonnaise
  • 4 small whole-wheat hamburger buns, toasted
  • 12 slices English cucumber
  • 1 cup kimchi

Instructions

  1. Preheat grill to medium-high.
  2. Combine turkey, scallions, 5 teaspoons chile paste and sesame oil in a medium bowl; gently knead together. Do not overmix. Form into 4 burgers, about 4 inches wide.
  3. Oil the grill rack (see Tips). Grill the burgers until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165 degrees F, 3 to 4 minutes per side. Let rest for 5 minutes.
  4. Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise and the remaining 3 teaspoons chile paste in a small bowl. Assemble the burgers on toasted buns with 2 teaspoons of the mayonnaise mixture, 3 slices cucumber and 1/4 cup kimchi each.