Turkey Burgers Cranberry Sauce (Printable version)
Savory turkey patties paired with a vibrant cranberry sauce for a unique twist on a classic meal.
# What you'll 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
# Directions:
01 - Combine cranberries, orange juice, brown sugar, orange zest, and salt in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Cook for 8–10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until cranberries burst and sauce thickens. Remove from heat and let cool.
02 - Combine ground turkey, onion, garlic, parsley, Dijon mustard, thyme, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix until just combined. Shape into 4 equal patties.
03 - Heat olive oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium heat. Cook patties for 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and golden brown.
04 - Place a lettuce leaf on each toasted bun bottom. Add a turkey patty, a slice of tomato, and a spoonful of cranberry sauce. Top with red onion and the bun top.
05 - Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- The tart cranberry sauce cuts through the juicy turkey in the most satisfying way
- These burgers feel fancy enough for company but come together in under 40 minutes
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- Overmixing the turkey makes tough burgers, so handle the meat as little as possible
- The cranberry sauce thickens as it cools, so do not worry if it looks slightly thin while hot
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- Use a meat thermometer to ensure patties reach 165F internally
- Let the patties rest for a couple of minutes before assembling to keep juices inside