Turkey Burger
Recipe summary
Juicy, healthy turkey burger patties made with simple ingredients, suitable for grilling or stovetop cooking, and customizable with toppings or lettuce wraps.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey (93 percent lean)
- 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Method
- 1
Add ground turkey to a mixing bowl.
- 2
Mix in 1 tablespoon mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and 0.5 teaspoon black pepper until well combined, avoiding overmixing.
- 3
Divide the mixture into four portions using a knife to help eyeball the size, then roll each portion into a ball and flatten into a patty.
- 4
Place the patties on a parchment-lined baking tray or plate.
- 5
Heat a pan on medium heat and drizzle with olive oil.
- 6
Cook the patties for about five minutes per side or until golden brown and fully cooked through, flipping and patting them as needed.
- 7
Top each patty with a slice of sharp cheddar cheese while hot, if desired.
- 8
Serve the turkey burgers in buns, lettuce wraps, or burger bowls with toppings like sliced tomatoes, onions, lettuce, pickles, mayonnaise, and ketchup.
Source details
ChefScribe turned the original YouTube cooking video into a clean recipe card. Full credit remains with the creator.
Original video
Source video from Downshiftology. The recipe card keeps the ingredients and steps handy while you cook.
Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bPLpPFtpDww
Tips and storage
Tips: Ensure turkey burgers are cooked through to 100% internal temperature.
Storage: Store leftovers in the fridge for 3-4 days in an airtight container or up to 3 months in the freezer, separated by parchment paper.
