Cranberry & Herb Turkey Burgers |
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Prep Time: 0 Minutes Cook Time: 0 Minutes |
Ready In: 0 Minutes Servings: 1 |
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Our usual problem with turkey burgers is the dry, chewy texture of the cooked meat. The usual solution is to add fat, but a little sautéed onion, dried cranberries and soaked couscous work even better without larding down this healthy main course. With sage and thyme, call it a summery answer to Thanksgiving dinner. From . whole-wheat couscous, water, extra-virgin olive oil, onion, celery, fresh thyme, fresh sage, salt, ground pepper, dried cranberries, 93% lean ground turkey cvt Ingredients:
1/4 cup whole-wheat couscous (89308), plus |
2 tablespoons whole-wheat couscous |
1/2 cup (boiling) water |
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil |
1 small onion, finely chopped |
1 stalk celery, minced |
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme |
1 1/2 teaspoons chopped fresh sage |
1/2 teaspoon salt |
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper |
1/4 cup dried cranberries, finely chopped |
12 oz ground turkey, net from 1 pound fresh |
Directions:
1. Place couscous in a large bowl. Pour in boiling water, stir and set aside until the water is absorbed, about 5 minutes. If grilling the burgers, preheat grill to medium-high.
2. Meanwhile, heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring, for 1 minute. Add celery; cook, stirring, until softened, about 3 minutes. Add thyme, sage, salt and pepper; cook until fragrant, about 20 seconds more. Transfer the mixture to the bowl with the couscous, add cranberries and stir to combine. Let cool for 5 minutes. Add turkey and stir until combined; do not overmix. Form the mixture into 6 patties.
3. To cook on the stovetop: Coat a large nonstick skillet, preferably cast-iron, with cooking spray and set over medium-high heat for 2 minutes. Add the patties, reduce heat to medium, and cook for 4 minutes. Turn and cook on the other side for 2 minutes. Cover and continue to cook until lightly browned but still juicy (the juices should run clear, not pink), about 4 minutes more. (An instant-read thermometer inserted in the center should read 165° F.)
4. To grill: Oil the grill rack (see Tip) and grill the burgers for 5 to 6 minutes per side, flipping gently to avoid breaking them. Serve immediately.
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