The Best Turkey Burgers

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Lately, I have to watch what I eat as far as fatty proteins.  Apparently, my gall bladder has been feeling a little lonely and neglected and let me know that if I eat proteins high in fat, I will get a visit that doesn’t feel so good.  So, I decided to make sure I do not eat meat that is high in fat.  That kind of rules out ground beef, fatty steaks, sausage, etc. So, the last time I wanted a big fat juicy beef burger, I decided to give turkey a try instead.  Turkey burgers are often dry and flavorless. Not mine.  I cook in my mind before my recipes hit the cooking stage and I knew exactly how to make them taste like that juicy beef burger.  These Turkey burgers are just incredible, with the BEST seasoning combo so they taste just as good as the beef burgers we all love, but a lot healthier for you.

 

The Best Turkey Burgers

2 pounds 93% lean and 7% fat ground turkey

1 tablespoon mayo

1 tablespoon Dijon mustard

1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce

2 garlic cloves, minced

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

½ teaspoon black pepper

1 teaspoon Montreal Steak seasoning

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil for frying

 

In a medium bowl, combine the turkey, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, Worcestershire sauce, garlic, steak seasoning salt, and pepper.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Use your hands to mix everything together. Divide the mixture evenly and form 4 large patties.  In a large skillet over medium heat, heat the oil. You want the oil hot but not too hot.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Fry the patties for approximately 5 minutes per side, or until golden brown and cooked through.  Remove from heat and lay on a paper towel lined plate.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Assemble the turkey burger. Enjoy the patties plain or assemble them into turkey burgers with your favorite toppings and condiments!

NOTES:

The key to juicier turkey burgers is choosing the right lean-to-fat ratio. Packaged ground turkey is often a mix of light and dark meat, but you’ll want to choose one that’s 93% lean and 7% fat. This makes for a moist and succulent burger.

Just a little bit of mayo helps to add moisture and acts as a binder for the patties. You can use a tablespoon of your favorite brand for the mixture.

What gives my turkey burger the beefy flavor?  The combo of Dijon Mustard, Worcestershire sauce and Montreal Steak Seasoning.  That combination takes an ordinary bland flavor of turkey to a savory rich beefy flavor you’ll love.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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