Spiced Turkey Burger
A very tasty and simple Turkey Burger. Great for any Spring or Summer Meal.
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Servings: 6 Servings
Ingredients
- 2 pounds organic ground turkey
- kernels from 1 fresh corn
- 1 large shallot chopped
- 1 jalapeño seeded and fine diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 2 scallions chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh cilantro finely chopped
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh thyme finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
- 3/4 teaspoon chili powder
- 6 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
- 6 slices pepper jack cheese at room temperature
- avocado slices
- 6 hamburger buns toasted
Instructions
- Heat sesame oil over medium heat
- Add shallots and jalapeño. Sauté for 3 to 4 minutes.
- Add herbs and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add the spices, salt and pepper. Sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Add corn kernels and cook for 2 minutes.
- Transfer the spiced mixture to a medium bowl and allow to cool.
- Once the spiced mixture is cool, add the ground turkey to the mixture. Mix to combine.
- Form into 6 patties, about 1/4 inch thick.
- In a non stick frying pan, heat 2 teaspoons olive oil. Cook the turkey burgers in batches for 10 to 12 minutes (5 to 6 minutes per side). During the final 2 minutes cook time, add 1 slice of cheese per pattie - cook till melted. add olive oil as needed for each batch Notes: Depending on the size of the frying pan, cook 2 to 3 burgers per batch - do not over crowd the pan as it will prevent the burger patties from forming a nice crust.Use room temperature cheese - it melts quicker.
- Serve the pattie on a toasted hamburger bun and top with avocado slices as desired. Add your favorite condiment if desired. Enjoy.
Notes
This turkey burger can be cooked on an outdoor grill - perfect for the summer time.