
Patties
Spicy Southwestern-Style Turkey Burgers
Ingredients
- ground turkey1 lb
- red onion1¾ oz
- jalapeño pepper1
- salt1 teaspoon
- black pepper½ teaspoon
- cayenne pepper1 teaspoon
- cumin1 ½ teaspoon
- smoked paprika1 teaspoon
- vegetable oil2 tablespoon
- sesame seed bun0
- shredded lettuce0
- sliced tomato0
- pepper jack cheese0
- avocado0
- mayonnaise4¼ oz
- canned chilies in adobo2 tablespoon
- lime½
Instructions
- 1
Place turkey, onion, jalapeño, and spices together in a large bowl and mix together until all the ingredients are incorporated.
- 2
Lightly wet your hands and use them to shape 4 circular patties about 4 inches (10 cm) in diameter.
- 3
Heat up about 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 4
Cook burgers for 2 minutes on the first side, then flip, lower heat to low, and cook them for an additional 5-6 minutes.
- 5
Top with pepper jack cheese during the last minute.
- 6
NOTE: The turkey burgers must be cooked through.
- 7
Use a meat thermometer to check each patty for an internal temperature of at least 165˚F (75˚C) before removing from pan.
- 8
Assemble the burgers as desired with bun, chipotle mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, avocado, and preferred condiments.
- 9
Enjoy!
Nutrition (per serving · serves 4)
Estimated values based on ingredient data. Actual nutrition may vary.










