Chef John's Spiced Turkey Burgers
Chef John's Spiced Turkey Burgers bring a bright, aromatic kick with garam masala, ginger, garlic, and cilantro balanced by tangy yogurt and a squeeze of lemon. Ground almonds and breadcrumbs lend tender juiciness with a subtle nutty note. Serve these flavorful patties for a weeknight dinner or casual cookout, tucked in buns with crisp veggies or alongside a fresh salad.
- Prep15 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
- 1
Mix the ground turkey, yogurt, cilantro, bread crumbs, almonds, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, salt, garam masala, and chili paste using a spatula or clean hands.
- 2
Shape the turkey mixture into a ball; split it into 4 equal portions. Refrigerate for 1 hour.
- 3
Using damp hands, press each turkey portion into a patty. Keep the patties in the refrigerator while the grill heats.
- 4
Preheat an outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grate.
- 5
Grill on the preheated grate until the patties look cooked about halfway up the sides. Flip; cook until the surface cracks and juices begin to rise to the top, 4 to 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the centers should register at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
- Calories 354.58 kcal Moderate
- Protein 35.24 g Good Source
- Carbs 6.17 g Moderate
- Total Fat 20.5 g High
- Saturated Fat 4.81 g High
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
- Cholesterol 167.4 mg High
- Sodium 1248.06 mg High
- Fiber 1.16 g Low Source
- Sugar 0.94 g Low Source
- Added Sugar 0.1 g Low Source
- Calcium 90.66 mg Low Source
- Iron 4.73 mg Good Source
- Potassium 72.73 mg Low Source
- Vitamin A 10.5 mcg_rae Low Source
- Vitamin C 0.8 mg Low Source
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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