Miraculously Delicious Turkey Burgers
These juicy turkey burgers are packed with bold flavors and made without eggs, breadcrumbs, or mayo! A quick and healthy recipe perfect for easy dinner ideas or a high-protein meal. Infused with curry, chili, and a touch of mango chutney, these burgers are a game-changer for weeknight meals. Serve with your favorite buns and condiments!
Ingredients
- For the burgers:
- ⅓ cup fresh cilantro roughly chopped (about 1.5 oz)
- 3 tbsp mango chutney
- 1 tbsp + 1½ tsp soy sauce or tamari
- 1½ tsp kosher salt Diamond Crystal, see notes
- 1 tsp curry powder
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 2 tsp garlic powder or 3 garlic cloves, grated
- 1 small Honeycrisp apple coarsely chopped (4-5 oz after chopping)
- 4 scallions coarsely chopped
- 2 lbs ground dark-meat turkey
- Neutral oil for cooking grapeseed, canola, avocado oil, etc.
- For serving:
- 8 brioche buns pretzel buns, English muffins, or preferred buns
- Lettuce ketchup, relish, raita, tzatziki, or other condiments
Instructions
- In a food processor, blend cilantro, mango chutney, soy sauce, salt, curry powder, chili powder, garlic, apple, and scallions until smooth (1-2 minutes).
- In a large bowl, mix the apple mixture with ground turkey using your hands until well combined.
- Lightly oil a ½ cup dry measuring cup, then use it to scoop the turkey mixture into 8 portions.
- Shape each portion into a burger patty with oiled hands. The mixture will be very moist.
- If needed, refrigerate the patties for up to 3 days before cooking.
- Heat a large grill pan over medium to medium-high heat. Brush with 1 tbsp oil.
- Cook burgers for 8 minutes total, flipping after 3-4 minutes. Flip again if needed, ensuring they are fully cooked. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.
- Let the burgers rest for 4-5 minutes.
- Toast the buns and prepare condiments. Assemble and enjoy!
Notes
- Grilling Tips: Use a grill mat if grilling outdoors to prevent sticking.
- Broiling Option: Preheat broiler for 15 minutes, broil for 4 minutes per side.
- Salt Note: If using Morton kosher salt, reduce by half.
- Make-Ahead: Patties can be refrigerated for up to 3 days before cooking.