Juicy Turkey Burgers
Learn how to make juicy turkey burgers from the grill or on the stovetop - and never suffer through a dry turkey burger again!
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Servings: 4
Calories: 190kcal
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey - Look for 93% lean ground turkey. If you can find 90/10, that’s even better. I would not suggest 99% lean.
- 2 tablespoons mustard (yellow mustard, Dijon, etc - can also use ketchup, bbq sauce or mayo
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pepper
- optional toppings: cheese, buns, lettuce, tomato, avocado, burger sauce, mustard, etc.
Instructions
TO MAKE ON THE GRILL (CHARCOAL OR PROPANE)
- Prepare your grill for direct heat and preheat to medium heat (approximately 350-450F). While the grill preheats, gently blend ground turkey and dried spices + condiments into a large mixing bowl.
- Form each patty into a loose ball weighing approx 4-ounces press each patty down to a ¾-inch thickness, by about 4 ½-inches wide. If the turkey starts to stick to your hands, wet your hands with water.
- Create a dimple indent in the center of each patty, about ½-inch deep. If the patties feel warm after handling, chill the meat before grilling so it holds its shape better. Refrigerate for 5-10 minutes, if needed.
- Clean the grates and grease with oil to prevent the burgers from sticking.
- Grill the turkey burgers until golden brown and slightly charred on the first side, about 4-5 minutes. Flip patties. Cook turkey burgers until golden brown and slightly charred on the second side, 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat once internal temperature is 160F**
- To serve, add any toppings you like and dig in.
IF USING A SAUTE PAN OR GRIDDLE (PREFERABLY CAST IRON):
- Heat 1 tablespoon of neutral cooking oil in the pan or griddle over medium-high heat until hot. Cook the turkey burgers until golden brown and slightly charred on the first side, about 4 minutes. Flip patties. Cook burgers until golden brown and slightly charred on the second side, 4-5 minutes. Remove from heat once internal temperature is 160F**. Top with cheese, if using, and remove from heat.
- To serve, add any toppings you like and dig in.
Notes
**poultry is safe to consume at 165F, but the burgers will continue to cook for 5-10 minutes after you remove from heat.
nutrition info is for burger patties with yellow mustard and the above listed spices, and does not include any condiments, toppings or buns/wraps you may use.
Nutrition
Serving: 1g | Calories: 190kcal | Protein: 21g | Fat: 9g
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