Teriyaki Turkey Burgers & Asian Pasta
4 oz. shiitake or cremini mushrooms
1 1/2 lb. lean ground turkey
1 1/2 lb. lean ground turkey
3 scallions, trimmed and finely chopped (both green and white parts)
3 T. soy sauce
2 tsp. finely chopped peeled fresh ginger
3 C. angel hair pasta
2 tsp. dark Asian sesame oil
2 tsp. soy sauce
Accompaniments:
3 C. snow peas, steamed
3 C. mandarin orange slices
Wipe caps clean with damp paper towel (photo 1, above). Remove tough stems from mushrooms. Finely chop caps. In large bowl, combine turkey, mushrooms, scallions, soy and ginger. Shape into 6 equal patties. Heat broiler. Broil burgers 4 inches from heat 5 minutes. Turn over. Broil until internal temperature registers 165° on instant-read thermometer, 5 minutes. Cook angel hair pasta following package directions. Drain. Return pasta to pot. Add sesame oil and soy; gently toss to coat. Serve with burgers, snow peas and oranges.
Yield: 6 servings
Calories: 346
Fat: 10g
Fiber: 6g