Turkey Bayou Burgers
Submitted by wen_dee
Ground turkey burgers packed with red bell pepper, scallions, cilantro, cumin, thyme, and paprika, then charcoal-grilled and served on toasted buns. These Cajun-spiced bayou burgers bring big Louisiana flavor to your backyard grill.
YIELD
4 servingsPREP
15 minCOOK
20 minREADY
40 minDown on the bayou, even a turkey burger gets dressed up with bold spices and a little attitude.
Ground turkey gets mixed with chopped red bell pepper, scallions, minced garlic, fresh cilantro, and a blend of thyme, cumin, and paprika that gives each patty a warm, earthy kick.
Grill them close to hot coals for just 5 to 6 minutes and you get a charred, smoky crust on the outside while the peppers and onions keep the inside juicy.
Slap them on toasted buns with a smear of mayo-style dressing and you’ve got a burger that proves turkey doesn’t have to be boring.
Pro Tips
- Mix the vegetables and spices into the turkey gently; overworking the meat makes the burgers tough and dense
- Grill close to the coals (about 3 inches) for a good sear that locks in the juices
- Form the patties slightly larger than the buns since they’ll shrink a bit on the grill
- A cast iron grill pan works great if you don’t have a charcoal grill handy
Ingredients
Directions
Prepare hot coals for grilling.
Place the ground turkey in a bowl and mix well.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.
Gently form into 4 patties.
Grill patties over hot coals, 3 inch from heat, for about 5 to 6 minutes.
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