Description
These juicy turkey burgers are a healthy and flavorful alternative to traditional beef patties, seasoned simply with Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner, they cook up tender and satisfying with a slight char from your skillet or grill.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey
- 1 to 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, gently combine the ground turkey, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and black pepper. Be careful not to overwork the meat to keep the burgers tender.
- Form Patties: Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick. Press your thumb lightly into the center of each patty to create a slight indent; this helps them cook evenly.
- Prepare Cooking Surface: Heat a large heavy skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat, or preheat an outdoor grill to medium-high (400-450°F). Ensure the grate or pan is well-oiled to prevent sticking.
- Cook Burgers: Place the patties on the hot surface and cook for about 5 minutes on each side, flipping once halfway through cooking. The burgers should reach an internal temperature of 165°F for safe consumption.
- Rest Burgers: Remove the burgers from the heat when they reach 160°F internally and let them rest for 5 minutes. During this time, the temperature will rise to the safe 165°F while juices redistribute for maximum juiciness.
Notes
- Do not overmix the meat to avoid tough burgers.
- Creating an indent in the patty helps prevent puffing up during cooking.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure an accurate internal temperature for food safety.
- Resting the patties after cooking helps keep them juicy.
- Optional toppings like lettuce, tomato, onion, and pickles complement these burgers perfectly.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 0 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 1 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg
