Sautéed Mushroom-Enriched Turkey Patties
Sick of the same old turkey burgers? Kick them up a notch with this mushroom-infused twist! While portobello mushrooms are tasty, they're not mandatory. Don't hesitate to sub in shiitakes, cremini, or even button mushrooms if you prefer. Caramelized onions are another game-changer, adding a sweet, savory layer that complements the ground turkey beautifully.
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Yield: pays for a four-burger feast
Ingredients (only the essentials):- 1.25 to 1.5 pounds ground turkey or chicken- 2 cups chopped brown (baby portobello) mushrooms- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves- 3 tablespoons chopped fresh chives- 3 garlic cloves, minced- 1 teaspoon kosher salt- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
The Lowdown on Portobello Substitutes:Swapping out Portobello mushrooms? These gal pals have got you covered:
- Shiitakes: Rich, earthy, and bursting with flavor.
- Creminis: Smaller than Portobello, but still packed with taste.
- Oyster Mushrooms: Delicate, buttery, and offering a unique texture.
Caramelized onions: Unleash their hidden potential:
- Instructions: Sauté onions on medium heat in 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook slowly for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until deep golden brown. Season with a pinch of salt.
The Scheme:
- Place the turkey, mushrooms, mint, chives, and garlic in a large bowl. Using your talented paws, mix until everything is evenly incorporated.
- Divide the mixture into four balls, fashioning each into a patty approximately 3/4 to 1 inch thick. Avoid handling the patties excessively.
- Prepare your grill to medium-high. Scrub the grate clean with a wire brush and oil it.
- When the coals are ready (glowing red after 15-20 minutes, covered with pale gray ash, and your hand can hover 5 inches above the fire for 2-3 seconds), throw the patties on the grate and grill until well-seared on both sides. Cook for 5 minutes for medium-rare or 6 minutes for medium.
- Not a fan of grills? No worries! You can cook your burgers in a cast iron skillet on high heat instead. Cook until well-seared on both sides, 8-10 minutes for medium-rare or 10-12 minutes for medium.
Pairing Suggestion: What to drink with your creation? A smooth, fruity, and peppery Ridge Three Valleys Zinfandel from Sonoma pairs perfectly with mushrooms and the juicy turkey patty. Cheers!
- The mushroom-infused turkey burger recipe yields enough for a four-burger feast.
- Essential ingredients include ground turkey, chopped brown mushrooms, fresh mint leaves, chives, minced garlic, kosher salt, and black pepper.
- For those seeking Portobello mushroom substitutes, shiitakes, creminis, or oyster mushrooms can be used instead.
- To prepare caramelized onions, sauté them on medium heat in olive oil for about 20-25 minutes until deep golden brown, then season with salt.
