Description
Ina Garten’s turkey burger elevates classic grilling with zesty Dijon mustard and fresh herbs. Her gourmet spin delivers juicy, flavorful patties that invite you to savor summer’s most delicious backyard feast.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Protein:
- 1 pound (454 grams) lean ground turkey
Aromatics and Seasonings:
- ½ medium onion
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) Worcestershire sauce
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground pepper to taste
Bread and Condiments:
- 4 hamburger buns, preferably whole wheat
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) canola oil, or use pan spray
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) ketchup
- Sliced tomato
- Sliced onion
- Iceberg lettuce
- Pickles
- Sliced red pepper
- Ketchup
- Mustard
Instructions
- In a spacious mixing bowl, combine ground turkey with Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt (0.75 teaspoons or 3.75 milliliters), and freshly ground black pepper. Finely grate half a medium onion using a box grater, incorporating the shredded onion into the meat mixture.
- Allow the seasoned turkey mixture to rest and meld flavors for 7-8 minutes at room temperature, which helps the ingredients integrate and enhances overall taste profile.
- Gently shape the seasoned meat into four uniform patties, approximately 0.5 inches (1.27 centimeters) thick. Use light pressure to create compact yet tender burger shapes, ensuring even thickness for consistent cooking.
- Prepare a non-stick skillet by heating one tablespoon (15 milliliters) of canola oil over medium-high heat. When the oil shimmers and appears slightly rippled, carefully place the turkey patties into the pan.
- Cook the patties for 5-6 minutes on the first side, developing a golden-brown exterior and ensuring internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit (74 degrees Celsius) for food safety.
- Flip the patties and cook an additional 4-5 minutes on the second side, verifying complete doneness through color and temperature.
- Transfer the cooked turkey burgers onto lightly toasted hamburger buns. Customize with fresh toppings like crisp lettuce leaves, sliced tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions, tangy pickles, and optional condiments such as ketchup and mustard.
Notes
- Unleash incredible flavor by marinating ground turkey with Worcestershire sauce, ketchup, salt, and pepper for a taste explosion.
- Grate onions to distribute moisture evenly and create a deliciously sweet undertone throughout your burger mixture.
- Let seasoned meat rest before shaping patties, allowing ingredients to blend and develop deep, rich flavors.
- Sizzle burgers on medium-high heat for a perfectly golden-brown crust that locks in juicy tenderness.
- Ensure food safety by checking the internal temperature reaches 165°F using a reliable meat thermometer.
- Top with crisp, colorful vegetables for a fresh crunch that elevates the entire burger experience.
- Grab a nonstick skillet to prevent sticking and make cleanup a breeze after cooking.
- Jazz up your creation with adventurous condiments like spicy mustard or tangy barbecue sauce.
- Devour your masterpiece immediately to savor peak flavor and optimal burger texture.
- Store leftover patties in the refrigerator for 3-4 days, ready for quick and delicious reheating.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 530 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg