Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground turkey (93% lean)
- ¼ cup panko bread crumbs
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ to 1 teaspoon hot sauce (such as Tabasco, optional)
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 large egg
- 1 tablespoon canola oil
Burger Serving Ingredients
- 4 whole wheat hamburger buns (or buns of choice)
- Thinly sliced or grated cheese (optional)
- Sliced avocado
- Other toppings of choice: tomatoes, lettuce, mayo or nonfat Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Make the patties: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey with panko bread crumbs, Worcestershire sauce, tomato paste, hot sauce, onion powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Crack the egg into the bowl and scramble it gently with a fork. Then, gently mix all ingredients together, taking care not to overwork the meat to keep the burgers tender.
- Heat the skillet: Place a large cast iron skillet or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat and add the canola oil. Allow the oil to heat until it is hot and shimmering, ready for cooking the patties.
- Shape the patties: Shape the turkey mixture into 4 patties about ½ inch thick and 4½ inches in diameter. The mixture will be soft and wet, so handle gently and place the patties directly onto the hot skillet to prevent falling apart.
- Cook the burgers: Cook the patties for 4 minutes on the first side without moving them to achieve a good sear. Flip the burgers, place cheese on top if using, and cook for an additional 3 to 4 minutes on the second side. Use an instant-read thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165ºF for safe consumption.
- Toast buns and serve: During the last few minutes of cooking, toast the hamburger buns in the skillet if desired. Remove the cooked patties and buns from the heat. Assemble the burgers by placing the patties on the buns and topping them with sliced avocado and other preferred toppings such as lettuce, tomato, and Greek yogurt or mayo. Serve immediately for best taste.
Notes
- Do not overwork the turkey mixture to prevent tough burgers.
- The mixture will be wet but will hold together when cooked properly.
- You can adjust the hot sauce amount to your preferred spice level or omit it for a milder flavor.
- Toasting the buns adds extra texture and flavor.
- Using a meat thermometer is recommended to ensure the burgers are safely cooked to 165ºF.
- For a healthier option, replace canola oil with olive oil or cook on a nonstick surface without oil.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
