Perfect Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Perfect Turkey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large portobello mushroom cap; 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped shallot; 3 tablespoons lightly packed fresh parsley; 1 1/4 pounds 85% to 93% lean ground turkey; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing; 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; 8 thin slices manchego or white cheddar cheese; 4 English muffins, split; Dijon mustard, mayonnaise and sliced avocado, for topping

Servings: persons

1
Use a spoon to scrape out the gills from the underside of the mushroom cap.
2
Cut the cap into 1-inch pieces and transfer to a food processor.
3
Add the shallot and parsley and pulse until chopped.
4
Transfer the mushroom mixture to a large bowl.
5
Add the turkey, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; gently mix with your hands until just combined.
6
Divide into 4 balls, then lightly press into 4-inch-wide, 1-inch-thick patties.
7
Put on a large plate, cover and refrigerate until firm, about 30 minutes.
8
Preheat a grill to medium.
9
Brush the grates with olive oil.
10
Grill the patties, undisturbed, until marked on the bottom, 4 to 5 minutes.
11
Give the patties a quarter turn and cook until marked again, 4 to 5 more minutes.
12
Flip the patties and grill until cooked through, 6 to 7 more minutes; top each with 2 slices cheese during the last 3 minutes of cooking and cover with a disposable aluminum pan to melt.
13
Toast the English muffins on the grill, then spread with mustard and mayonnaise.
14
Serve the patties on the English muffins; top with avocado.
15
Photograph by Kana Okada

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large portobello mushroom cap, 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped shallot, 3 tablespoons lightly packed fresh parsley, 1 1/4 pounds 85% to 93% lean ground turkey, and more.

Yes, Perfect Turkey Burgers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Perfect Turkey Burgers

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