Chef John's Turkey Burger

Name: Chef John's Turkey Burger
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 90 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1.5 pounds ground turkey; 1.5 tablespoons plain bread crumbs; 1.5 tablespoons ground almonds; 1 teaspoon chile paste; 2 cloves garlic, crushed and minced; 1.5 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger; 1.5 teaspoons salt; 1.5 teaspoons garam masala; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 2 tablespoons plain yogurt; 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

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This spicy turkey burger recipe uses some of the same techniques and seasonings from shish kebab to improve an otherwise dull turkey burger. For something made with meat that's 95% fat free, it's pretty good!

By

John Mitzewich

Updated on January 28, 2025

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Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

10 mins

Additional Time:

1 hr 5 mins

Total Time:

1 hr 30 mins

Servings:

4

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Original recipe (1X) yields 4 servings

1 ½ pounds ground turkey
1 ½ tablespoons plain bread crumbs
1 ½ tablespoons ground almonds
1 teaspoon chili paste
2 cloves garlic, crushed and minced
1 ½ teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
1 ½ teaspoons salt
1 ½ teaspoons garam masala
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons plain yogurt
2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, almonds, chili paste, garlic, ginger, salt, garam masala, lemon juice, yogurt, and cilantro. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or clean hands.
Shape turkey mixture into a ball and divide into 4 even pieces. Refrigerate for 1 hour. Form each piece into a patty with damp hands. Return patties to refrigerator until grill is hot.
Preheat the grill to medium heat. Grill turkey burgers until patty appears to be cooked about halfway up the side and then flip, grilling each side for about 4 to 5 minutes. Burger is done when surface is cracked, and juices start to rise to the top.

Chef's Note:

Serve on bun with mayo, red onions, and tomatoes tossed in lemon juice, and cilantro.

90 home cooks made it!

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

301	Calories
16g	Fat
5g	Carbs
34g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 301
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 16g	21%
Saturated Fat 4g	21%
Cholesterol 136mg	45%
Sodium 1026mg	45%
Total Carbohydrate 5g	2%
Dietary Fiber 1g	3%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 34g	69%
Vitamin C 3mg	4%
Calcium 34mg	3%
Iron 0mg	2%
Potassium 69mg	1%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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