Best Turkey Burger Recipe
Yield: 4 servings
Calories: 314kcal
Healthy and delicious turkey burger recipe. Not only is it a leaner alternative to traditional beef burgers, but it's also packed with flavorful ingredients that will leave your taste buds satisfied.
Ingredients
- 1 pound (454 g) ground turkey, 93% lean
- 1 large egg, whisked
- 3 tablespoons (18 g) panko breadcrumbs, or regular
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) soy sauce, or worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoons (4 g) chopped parsley
- 2 teaspoons (5 g) minced garlic, or ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon (5 g) kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon (1 g) black pepper
- ½ teaspoon (1 g) onion powder
- ½ teaspoon (1 g) smoked paprika, optional
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) olive oil
- 4 hamburger buns
Instructions
- Mix the Turkey Patties - In a large bowl, gently mix together the ground turkey, egg, bread crumbs, soy sauce, garlic, parsley, salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika (if using). The mixture will be slightly tacky.
- Form the Patties - Form into 4 even-sized rounds, about ¼ pound per patty. Press each patty down to a ½-inch thick by about 4 inches wide. Transfer to a plate or tray and freeze for at least 15 (20 mins. max), or refrigerate for 30 minutes.
- Cook the Turkey Burgers - Heat a 12-inch cast iron skillet, grill pan, or nonstick pan over medium heat. Add the olive oil. Once hot, add the patties. Cook until golden brown, about 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook over medium-low heat until the internal temperature reaches 160 to 165ºF (71 to 74ºC) on a meat thermometer, about 5 to 7 minutes.If using cheese, add to the patties about 2 minutes before reaching the desired doneness and allow it to melt on top.
- To Serve - Toast the burger buns, then add the patties and desired toppings.
Notes
- Make Ahead: Uncooked patties can be cooked and refrigerated for 1 day. Individually wrap and store in an airtight container for up to 4 months—no need to defrost.
- Grilled Turkey Burgers: Preheat the grill over medium-high heat between 375 to 400ºF (191 to 204ºC). Add the patties, cover, and cook until golden brown, 3 to 5 minutes. Flip and cook until the internal temperature reaches 160 to 165ºF (71 to 74ºC), about 3 to 5 minutes. Add cheese 1 minute before the burger is done cooking.
- Reheating: Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. Reheat in the microwave on high setting in 15 to 30-second intervals until hot.
- Topping Suggestions: Cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle, onion, avocado, mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard.
- Make it Gluten-Free: Substitute with gluten-free bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, tamari, or coconut aminos. Use gluten-free buns.
Nutrition
Calories: 314kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 62mg | Sodium: 930mg | Potassium: 429mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 237IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 86mg | Iron: 3mg
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