Turkey burgers

Cookinero 15 Jan 2023

Burgers are tasty and healthy food if you cook them yourself. After all, you can get good meat, good vegetables and delicious whole grain buns.

How to cook Turkey burgers

Step 1

Cut the meat and turn through a meat grinder with a large grate.

Step 2

Turkey burgers

Peel the onion and chop very finely. Chop the parsley leaves. Combine minced meat, onion and parsley, add garlic powder, salt and pepper and mix well. Leave for 15 min.

Step 3

Turkey burgers

Preheat the grill. With wet hands, divide the minced meat into 6 portions and form burgers. Grill for 3 minutes. from each side. Then place a slice of cheese on each burger and cook for 1 more minute until the cheese starts to melt.

Step 4

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Arrange burgers on warmed buns. Add cheese, tomatoes, onion and lettuce, cover with the second half of the bun and serve immediately.

Turkey burgers - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can substitute ground chicken or beef for ground turkey. Keep in mind that the cooking time might need slight adjustments depending on the fat content of the meat you choose. Beef might require a slightly longer cooking time to reach a safe internal temperature.
Turkey burgers can sometimes dry out because turkey is lean. Be careful not to overcook them. Also, incorporating a binding agent like an egg or breadcrumbs (if not following a low-carb diet) can help retain moisture.
To make these burgers vegetarian, substitute the ground turkey with a plant-based ground meat alternative. Follow the same cooking instructions, adjusting the cooking time as needed according to the plant-based alternative's packaging.
Yes, you can freeze uncooked turkey burgers. Wrap them individually in plastic wrap, then place them in a freezer bag. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 2-3 months. Thaw them completely in the refrigerator before grilling.
Cooked turkey burgers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. Make sure to store them in an airtight container to maintain their quality.
Besides the suggested toppings of cheese, tomatoes, onion, and lettuce, you can try adding avocado, bacon, a fried egg, different types of cheese (like pepper jack or provolone), or various sauces like BBQ sauce, sriracha mayo, or a homemade aioli.
Yes, you can bake these burgers. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake the burgers for about 20-25 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Simply adjust the quantity of each ingredient proportionally. For example, if you want to make half the amount of burgers, halve all the ingredient quantities.
Turkey burgers pair well with sides like french fries, sweet potato fries, coleslaw, potato salad, a green salad, or corn on the cob.

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