If you’re tired of crumbly, dry burgers, try this flavor-packed, low-fat turkey burger that will hold together!
I have to admit that, at least not anymore, I don’t make turkey burgers at home. That is, until I discovered a few tricks that allow me to make flawless, foolproof, juicy, moist, and unbreakable turkey burgers.
Now I’m hooked. Completely. The world is my turkey burger oyster. This is your standard recipe for a tasty turkey burger; however, you can customize it by adjusting the seasonings, bacon, and vegetable pieces.
When I inserted the meat thermometer, I was shocked to see that the juices just gushed out, even though I had cooked these suckers to 190 degrees—ten degrees higher than necessary!
Hey there, grill masters and burger enthusiasts! Are you tired of turkey burgers that crumble apart on the grill, leaving you with a sad, meatloaf-like mess? Well, fret no more, for we’ve uncovered the secret ingredient that will transform your turkey burgers into juicy, flavorful masterpieces
The Culprit: Lack of a Binder
The culprit behind crumbly turkey burgers is often the lack of a binder. Unlike ground beef which has a higher fat content that helps it hold its shape, ground turkey tends to be leaner and falls apart easily. This is where our magic ingredient comes into play.
The Hero: Breadcrumbs
Yes, you heard it right! Breadcrumbs are the secret weapon that will save your turkey burgers from disintegration. They act as a binder, absorbing moisture and holding the ground turkey together, ensuring those perfectly formed patties stay intact on the grill
How to Use Breadcrumbs in Turkey Burgers:
- Choose your breadcrumbs: You can use store-bought breadcrumbs or make your own by pulsing bread ends in a food processor.
- Add to the mix: Combine the breadcrumbs with your ground turkey, along with other ingredients like seasonings, onions, and egg.
- Mix gently: Avoid overmixing, as this can lead to tough burgers. Just mix until everything is evenly combined.
- Form patties: Gently shape the mixture into patties of your desired size.
- Grill to perfection: Follow your preferred grilling method, ensuring the patties reach an internal temperature of 165°F.
Additional Tips for Perfect Turkey Burgers:
- Use a mix of light and dark meat: Ground turkey breast tends to be drier, so using a mix of light and dark meat will result in juicier burgers.
- Chill the patties: Refrigerate the formed patties for at least 30 minutes before grilling. This helps them hold their shape better.
- Don’t overcook: Turkey burgers cook quickly, so be mindful of the internal temperature to avoid dryness.
- Get creative with toppings: Experiment with different toppings like lettuce, tomato, cheese, avocado, and your favorite sauces.
You can say goodbye to crumbly mess and hello to juicy, flavorful turkey burgers that rival beef burgers by adding breadcrumbs to your recipe. In order to enjoy the magic of perfectly grilled turkey burgers, light up the grill, grab some ground turkey, and get ready!
Turkey Burger Tips & Tricks
I employed a few tricks that if you follow, will help you attain some pretty amazing burgers.
1) Never, ever squish them down. Resist. Even if they are a weird shape, you’re going to squeeze all the juice right out of them!.
2) Dust the patties in flour on both sides before you cook them. Trust me. This did the trick, giving them an amazing sear coating on the outside that sealed in the juices!.
3) Cook them on a flat top grill, letting any fat or juice that escapes cook alongside them. When you cook them on a BBQ grill, the juices just fall between the spaces.
4) If you can, invest in BBQ grilling stones. They have seriously changed my BBQ world. I am in love. The stones make the best EVERYTHING. Click on the link to see how I grilled these turkey burgers! Mmmm!.
Like I mentioned, this is simply a base. Add bacon, add cheese, add whatever you like to them, in small amounts, of course. This is just one good tasting, doesn’t fall apart turkey burger.
Man you guys, whenever I write up a recipe for you, I crave it. These burgers looked so good that they made me hungry! I was really happy with how they turned out! I can’t express how glad I am that these are a nice, healthful substitute for red meat—red meat, alas, doesn’t care for us!
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- ▢ 1 pound ground turkey
- ▢ 2 tablespoons seasoned bread crumbs
- ▢ 2 tablespoons finely diced onion
- ▢ 1 egg
- ▢ 1 clove garlic peeled and minced
- ▢ 1 teaspoon Seasoning Salt
- ▢ 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
- ▢ 1 teaspoon Worchestershire sauce
- ▢ flour to dust
- Combine all ingredients in a medium-sized bowl and form into four patties.
- Dust each patty with flour, shaking off the excess. This slows down the rate of crumbling and facilitates the formation of a crust on the burgers.
- Using a skillet or BBQ stone (instead of grills!), cook the burgers until the interior reaches 180 degrees Fahrenheit, then flip them once.
- Let rest briefly, then serve.
All calories and info are based on a third party calculator and are only an estimate. Actual nutritional info will vary with brands used, your measuring methods, portion sizes and more.
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