Description
Juicy turkey smashburgers deliver a delightful twist on classic diner fare. Crispy edges, melted cheese, and fresh toppings create a mouthwatering burger you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground turkey (dark meat)
- 8 thin slices sharp cheddar cheese
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
Serving Components:
- Avocado oil, for cooking
- 4 brioche buns, toasted
- Burger sauce
- Thinly sliced red onion
- Green leaf lettuce
- Sliced tomato
- Sliced pickles
Instructions
- Craft a flavorful turkey burger mixture by blending ground turkey with selected seasonings, mixing gently to maintain a light texture without compressing the meat.
- Portion the seasoned turkey into eight uniform round portions, ensuring consistent size for even cooking.
- Warm a heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle to medium-high temperature, lightly coating the surface with a thin layer of avocado oil to prevent sticking.
- Carefully place turkey portions onto the hot cooking surface, allowing space between each ball for proper heat distribution.
- Position a piece of parchment paper over each turkey ball, then apply firm pressure using a burger press or sturdy spatula to transform the ball into a thin, crispy-edged patty.
- Allow the patty to sear for approximately 2-3 minutes, developing a golden-brown crust and creating delectable caramelized edges.
- Swiftly flip the patty using a metal spatula, immediately adding a slice of cheese to melt luxuriously over the hot surface.
- Continue cooking until the internal temperature reaches a safe 165°F, ensuring the turkey is thoroughly cooked.
- Toast brioche buns to add a subtle crunch and enhance flavor complexity.
- Construct each burger by layering two crispy patties on the toasted bun, then garnish with burger sauce, crisp lettuce, sharp red onion, juicy tomato slices, and tangy pickles.
- Serve immediately while the patties remain hot and cheese is perfectly melted, guaranteeing maximum flavor and texture enjoyment.
Notes
- Prevent Tough Meat by gently mixing ground turkey and avoiding excessive handling, which can make the patties dense and chewy.
- Achieve Crispy Edges by using a hot skillet and pressing the turkey balls into thin patties, creating delicious caramelized surfaces with maximum flavor.
- Control Moisture with lean ground turkey by adding a small amount of olive oil or breadcrumbs to maintain juiciness and prevent dryness during cooking.
- Enhance Flavor Flexibility by experimenting with different seasoning blends like Mediterranean, Cajun, or herb-infused spices to transform the basic turkey burger into a unique culinary experience.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 12 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 35 g
- Cholesterol: 120 mg