Gourmet Turkey Burgers

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Gourmet Turkey Burgers
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Elevate your weeknight dinner with these gourmet ground turkey burgers! Packed with a symphony of spices and herbs, these burgers are juicy, flavorful, and incredibly satisfying. Perfect for a family dinner or a backyard barbecue, they're sure to impress your taste buds.

What You Will Need

Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground turkey (93/7 lean)
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon onion flakes
  • 1/2 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground thyme
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground sage
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried marjoram
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground celery seed
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • Your favorite toppings, such as lettuce, tomato, onion, cheese, and special sauces

The Process

1. Combine Spices: In a small bowl, combine the paprika, sea salt, onion flakes, sugar, thyme, oregano, sage, black pepper, garlic powder, ginger, marjoram, celery seed, and cardamom.

2. Mix with Ground Turkey: Add the ground turkey to a large bowl and mix in the spice blend. Use your hands to thoroughly combine the ingredients.

3. Form Patties: Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty.

4. Cook the Burgers: Grill or pan-fry the burgers over medium-high heat for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.

5. Assemble the Burgers: Place the cooked burgers on toasted buns and top with your favorite toppings.

Serving Suggestions:

  • Classic Burger: Top with lettuce, tomato, onion, and your favorite cheese.
  • Gourmet Burger: Add caramelized onions, blue cheese, and a drizzle of balsamic glaze.
  • Spicy Burger: Top with jalapeño slices, pepper jack cheese, and a spicy mayo.
  • Mediterranean Burger: Add crumbled feta cheese, sliced olives, and a dollop of tzatziki sauce.

Enjoy your gourmet burgers!