Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and delicious food. While traditional Thanksgiving dinner is a feast, sometimes you want something a little more casual. That's where the turkey burger comes in. This versatile dish can be dressed up or down, depending on your taste. And with the addition of cranberry mayo, it becomes a truly festive dish that's perfect for Thanksgiving. In this article, we'll share our top tips for cooking the best Thanksgiving turkey burger with cranberry mayo, from choosing the right type of turkey to grilling it to perfection. So grab your apron and let's get started!
Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!
CRANBERRY TURKEY BURGERS
These turkey burgers are so good that you might give up traditional beef hamburgers altogether. The thick grilled patties are topped with prepared cranberry sauce and served on toasted English muffins for a nice change of pace.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 35m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into six patties., Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill patties, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 10 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear. , Spread mayonnaise over muffin halves. Place the lettuce, turkey burgers and cranberry sauce on muffin bottoms; replace tops.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 541 calories, Fat 30g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 772mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
THANKSGIVING TURKEY BURGER WITH CRANBERRY-MAYO
Enjoy the flavors of TG in every bite of these yummy Thanksgiving Turkey Burgers! The creamy cranberry-mayonnaise is wonderful; if you desire a spicier/hotter version mix in a spoonful of chopped chipotle peppers to the sauce (adjust amount to your taste). Great!
Provided by BecR2400
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl combine the ground turkey, prepared stuffing, cheese, dried cranberries, and egg (add salt and pepper, if needed). Mix thoroughly.
- Divide into four equal portions, and shape into four patties.
- Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium-high heat.
- Cook the patties until golden brown, about 5 minutes per side.
- In a small bowl, stir together the mustard, mayonnaise and cranberry sauce.
- Spread some cranberry mayonnaise mixture on the inside of the warmed buns.
- Assemble your burgers with the lettuce and top patties with additional cran-mayo, as desired.
- Enjoy! Goes nicely with a side salad or veggies and sweet-potato fries.
FRIED TURKEY BREASTS WITH CRANBERRY MAYO
Provided by Molly Yeh
Categories main-dish
Time 5h15m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 23
Steps:
- In a large Dutch oven, add 1/2 cup salt, brown sugar, water, thyme, sage, bay leaves, peppercorns and lemon peel. Bring to a simmer just to dissolve the sugar and salt. Turn off the heat. Stir in the cold buttermilk and lemon juice. Add the turkey breasts. Cover and refrigerate at least 4 hours or up to overnight.
- Remove the turkey from the refrigerator 1 hour before you're ready to cook and allow to come to room temperature.
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Pour enough neutral oil into a large Dutch oven to fill 1/3 of the way up the sides of the pot. Heat over medium heat until the oil reaches 350 degrees F.
- Combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, paprika, 1 tablespoon salt and poultry seasoning in a large bowl. Stir in 1/4 cup of the buttermilk brine a little at a time to make small clumps.
- When the oil is at 350 degrees F, remove the turkey breasts from the brine and dredge well in the flour mixture. Carefully add to the oil. (The oil temperature will drop initially, you want it to settle at about 330 degrees, so adjust the heat accordingly.) Cook, turning occasionally, until the coating is crisp and deeply browned and the internal temperature of the turkey is about 160 degrees F, 15 to 18 minutes depending on the size. (If you have larger size turkey breasts and they are brown before they are cooked through, you can finish for a few minutes in the oven at 350 degrees F .)
- Remove the fried turkey to a cooling rack set over a rimmed baking sheet. Let the turkey cool slightly, 5 to 10 minutes.
- While still hot, sprinkle with the sumac, flaky salt and lemon zest.
- Keep warm in the oven until ready to serve.
- To serve, slice the turkey into thick slices against the grain. Serve with the cranberry mayo on the side.
- In a small bowl, stir together the mayonnaise, cranberry sauce, lemon juice and a healthy grinding of black pepper.
THANKSGIVING FLAVORED TURKEY BURGERS
Thanksgiving on a bun any time of year! Use stuffing mix and cranberry sauce to turn ground turkey into an easy and delicious dinner. Serve with sweet potato fries with chipotle ketchup.
Provided by Hez
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat an outdoor grill for medium heat, and lightly oil the grate.
- Heat the butter in a skillet over medium-low heat, and cook and stir the onion and celery until the onion is soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Place the cooked onion and celery in a large bowl with the ground turkey, stuffing mix, and eggs; mix to thoroughly combine. Form the mixture into 16 patties. Unlike hamburger, these patties will not change shape while cooking, so make them even in size.
- Grill the turkey burgers on the preheated grill until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 5 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Place each patty on a hamburger bun, and top with cranberry sauce and a dollop of whipped cream cheese to serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 372.8 calories, Carbohydrate 42.6 g, Cholesterol 94.2 mg, Fat 9.8 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 27.3 g, SaturatedFat 4.6 g, Sodium 539.4 mg, Sugar 12.7 g
CRANBERRY TURKEY BURGERS
Make and share this Cranberry Turkey Burgers recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Whisper
Categories Poultry
Time 1h10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mix together the turkey, onion, sage, bread crumbs, cranberry sauce, and salt and pepper.
- Mix in egg white.
- Press into 4x4 inch rounds, about 3/4 inch thick.
- Chill the burgers for 30 minutes.
- Brush burgers with oil and place on grill or under preheated medium broiler.
- Cook for 10 minutes.
- Turn the burgers over and brush again with oil.
- Cook for another 12-15 minutes until cooked through.
- Fill the burger rolls with lettuce, tomato, and a burger, and top with cranberry sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 318.6, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 1.1, Sodium 426.8, Carbohydrate 57.3, Fiber 5.9, Sugar 18.3, Protein 11.1
TURKEY BURGERS WITH CRANBERRY RELISH
Steps:
- For the caramelized onions: Add the oil to a large skillet set over medium-high heat. Add the onions and 1 teaspoon salt and cook until the onions have softened and are starting to brown in spots, about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally. Reduce the heat to medium and continue cooking until the onions are deeply browned and caramelized, 40 to 50 more minutes, stirring frequently toward the end of the process. Season with salt if needed. Transfer to a small bowl.
- For the turkey burgers: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Combine the mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, onion powder, 2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper in a large bowl. Stir to combine, and then add the turkey and mix until just combined; do not overmix or the meat will get tough. Lightly wet your hands then divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Pat into 4-inch wide patties (about 3/4-inch thick) and put on the prepared baking sheet.
- Heat the oil in a large nonstick skillet over medium heat until hot. Add the turkey patties (can be done in batches if needed) and cook until browned on the first side, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and top each patty with a slice of cheese. Cover with a lid or baking sheet until the cheese is melted, the burgers are browned on the second side and the internal temperature is 165 degrees F on an instant-read thermometer, 4 to 5 more minutes.
- To serve: Spread 2 tablespoons of the Cranberry Relish on the bottom half of each bun. Layer each with 3 bread and butter pickles, a patty and 1/4 of the caramelized onions. Top with the other half of bun. Serve immediately. Any leftover cranberry relish can be kept in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
- Add the cranberries, apple, orange zest and juice, sugar and 1/2 teaspoon salt to a food processor and pulse until the texture is like a chunky pesto. Transfer to a small bowl and refrigerate while you prepare the other burger components.
TURKEY BURGERS WITH BRIE, CRANBERRIES, AND FRESH ROSEMARY
I made these when I was looking for something interesting to do with ground turkey. They are very moist and delicious on home-baked bread buns.
Provided by ABS140
Categories Meat and Poultry Recipes Turkey Ground Turkey Recipes
Time 32m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat the oven's broiler and set the oven rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
- Combine the white bread, garlic, and boiling water in a mixing bowl; mash with a fork to combine. Add the turkey, red onion, cranberries, Brie, rosemary, ketchup, salt, and pepper; mix thoroughly with your hands. Shape the mixture into 6 patties.
- Cook under the preheated broiler until no longer pink in the center and the juices run clear, about 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.2 calories, Carbohydrate 8.6 g, Cholesterol 65.2 mg, Fat 8.5 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 17.5 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 186.9 mg, Sugar 5 g
THANKSGIVING TURKEY BURGER
Enjoy Thanksgiving flavors in Thanksgiving Turkey Burgers! Cranberry sauce, turkey and stuffing mix make these Thanksgiving Turkey Burgers so great.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories Dairy
Time 25m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat grill to medium heat.
- Mix first 4 ingredients just until blended; shape into 6 (1/2-inch-thick) patties.
- Grill 5 to 7 min. on each side or until done (165ºF). Meanwhile, mix cranberry sauce and mayo until blended.
- Place burgers on bottom halves of rolls; top with cranberry sauce mixture and onions. Cover with tops of rolls.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 470, Fat 21 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 90 mg, Sodium 680 mg, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 22 g
Tips:
- Choose the right turkey burger blend. Look for a blend that is made with ground turkey breast and thigh meat, as this will give you the best flavor and texture.
- Season the turkey burgers well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to flavor the burgers.
- Don't overcook the turkey burgers. Cook them over medium heat until they are cooked through, but still moist. Overcooked turkey burgers will be dry and tough.
- Use fresh cranberries in the cranberry mayo. Fresh cranberries will give the mayo a tart and tangy flavor.
- Serve the turkey burgers on a toasted bun with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include lettuce, tomato, onion, and cheese.
Conclusion:
Thanksgiving turkey burgers with cranberry mayo are a delicious and festive way to celebrate the holiday. They are easy to make and can be enjoyed by people of all ages. These burgers are also a great way to use up leftover turkey from Thanksgiving dinner. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give these turkey burgers a try. You won't be disappointed!
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