Turkey Burgers Cranberry Sauce (Printable)
Juicy turkey patties paired with tangy cranberry sauce for a fresh flavorful twist.
# What You Need:
→ Turkey Patties
01 - 1.1 lbs ground turkey
02 - 1 small onion, finely chopped
03 - 2 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
05 - 1 tsp Dijon mustard
06 - 1/2 tsp dried thyme
07 - 1/2 tsp salt
08 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
09 - 1 tbsp olive oil for cooking
→ Cranberry Sauce
10 - 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
11 - 1/4 cup orange juice
12 - 2 tbsp brown sugar
13 - 1/2 tsp orange zest
14 - Pinch of salt
→ Assembly
15 - 4 burger buns, toasted
16 - 4 lettuce leaves
17 - 4 tomato slices
18 - 4 red onion slices
# How To Make It:
01 - Combine cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, orange zest, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens. Remove from heat and allow to cool completely.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, onion, garlic, parsley, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat. Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties, slightly larger than the buns to account for shrinkage during cooking.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Place patties in the pan and cook for 5-6 minutes per side until golden brown and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F. Avoid pressing down on patties while cooking to retain juices.
04 - Place a lettuce leaf on each toasted bun bottom. Add a cooked turkey patty, followed by a tomato slice and a generous spoonful of cooled cranberry sauce. Top with red onion slices if desired, and finish with the bun top.
05 - Serve immediately while the patties are still warm and the cranberry sauce adds a sweet-tart contrast. Pair with roasted vegetables, sweet potato fries, or a simple green salad.
# Expert Suggestions:
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- The combination of juicy turkey and tangy cranberry sauce creates layers of flavor that make every bite exciting
- These come together in just 35 minutes, making them perfect for busy weeknights when you want something special
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- Turkey burgers dry out faster than beef ones, so use a meat thermometer and aim for 165°F internally
- Letting the cranberry sauce cool slightly before serving helps it thicken up instead of running everywhere
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- Make a small indentation in the center of each raw patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking
- Let the patties rest for about 5 minutes after cooking so the juices redistribute instead of running out