The Best Turkey Burger Recipe by Chef John

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds ground turkey
• 2 tablespoons plain yogurt
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
• 1.5 tablespoons plain bread crumbs
• 1.5 tablespoons ground almonds
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 2 cloves garlic, crushed and minced
• 1.5 teaspoons finely grated fresh ginger
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 teaspoons garam masala
• 1 teaspoon chile paste

Instructions

1. In a bowl, gently mix the ground turkey, yogurt, cilantro, bread crumbs, almonds, lemon juice, garlic, ginger, salt, garam masala, and chili paste using a spatula or your clean hands.
2. Shape the turkey mixture into a single ball, then divide it evenly into 4 portions. Place in the refrigerator to chill for 1 hour.
3. Using damp hands, form each turkey portion into a patty. Keep the patties refrigerated while you preheat the grill.
4. Preheat your outdoor grill to medium heat and lightly oil the grill grate to prevent sticking.
5. Place the patties on the preheated grill and cook until they appear about halfway cooked. Flip the patties and continue cooking until the surface is cracked and the juices begin to rise to the top, approximately 4 to 5 minutes per side. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).

Nutrition

• Calories: 301 kcal
• Fat Content: 16 g
• Fiber Content: 1 g
• Sugar Content: 1 g
• Sodium Content: 1026 mg
• Protein Content: 34 g
• Cholesterol Content: 136 mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 5 g
• Saturated Fat Content: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat Content: 0 g