Turkey Sliders with Sesame Slaw

I'm a fan of sliders, especially if they are Asian inspired. Sweet Hawaiian rolls make them especially tasty.

Turkey Sliders with Sesame Slaw

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TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total time: 30 min.
YIELD: 12 servings.

Ingredients

  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 teaspoons Sriracha chili sauce
  • 1-1/2 pounds ground turkey
  • 1/2 cup panko bread crumbs
  • 2 green onions, finely chopped
  • 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce, divided
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 teaspoons sugar
  • 2 teaspoons sesame oil
  • 6 small carrots, grated (about 1-1/2 cups)
  • 1/3 cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds, toasted
  • 12 slider buns or dinner rolls, split and toasted

Instructions

  • 1. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, hoisin sauce and chili sauce. Refrigerate until serving.
  • 2. In a large bowl, combine turkey, bread crumbs, green onions, 1 tablespoon soy sauce and ginger, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into twelve 1/2-in.-thick patties.
  • 3. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, oil and remaining soy sauce. Add carrots, onion, cilantro and sesame seeds; toss to combine.
  • 4. Grill sliders, covered, on a greased rack over medium heat or broil 4 in. from heat until a thermometer reads 165°, about 3 minutes on each side. Spread cut sides of buns with mayonnaise mixture. Layer each bottom with a burger and 2 tablespoons slaw. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts

1 burger with 2 tablespoons slaw: 314 calories, 16g fat (3g saturated fat), 56mg cholesterol, 522mg sodium, 26g carbohydrate (6g sugars, 2g fiber), 15g protein.