Description
This Homemade Turkey Smashburger recipe features lean ground dark turkey meat seasoned with spices, smashed into thin, juicy patties cooked on a skillet. Topped with sharp cheddar cheese and served on toasted brioche buns with tangy burger sauce and fresh toppings, these burgers offer a flavorful, quick, and satisfying meal perfect for weeknight dinners that rivals your favorite burger joints.
Ingredients
Turkey Patty Ingredients
- 1 pound ground turkey, dark meat
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Avocado oil, for cooking
- 8 thin slices sharp cheddar cheese
For Serving
- 4 brioche buns, toasted
- Burger sauce
- Thinly sliced red onion
- Green leaf lettuce
- Sliced tomato
- Sliced pickles
Instructions
- Mix the Turkey Patty Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, add the ground turkey, onion powder, garlic powder, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and paprika. Gently mix everything together with your fingers, taking care not to overwork the meat to keep the patties tender.
- Form Turkey Balls: Divide the seasoned ground turkey mixture into 8 equal portions, forming 2-ounce balls with your hands for uniform patties.
- Preheat Skillet: Heat an extra-large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, add a small amount of avocado oil to the surface to prevent sticking.
- Smash and Cook Patties: Place 1 or 2 turkey balls onto the hot skillet, depending on its size. Cover each ball with a square of parchment paper and use a burger press to smash it down into a thin patty. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes without moving until the edges are crispy.
- Flip and Add Cheese: Use a spatula to carefully scrape and flip the patty. Immediately top each patty with a slice of sharp cheddar cheese. Cook another 1 to 2 minutes until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the cheese has melted fully.
- Assemble the Burgers: Remove cooked patties from the pan. On each toasted brioche bun, place two turkey smashburger patties, spread burger sauce, and add your preferred toppings including thinly sliced red onion, green leaf lettuce, sliced tomato, and pickles.
Notes
- Use dark meat ground turkey for more moisture and flavor compared to lean white meat.
- Do not overmix the turkey to avoid tough patties.
- Use parchment paper when smashing the patties to prevent sticking to the press.
- Ensure the internal temperature of turkey reaches 165°F for safe consumption.
- Customize toppings and sauces as desired for personal taste.
- These patties cook quickly; watch closely to prevent overcooking and dryness.
