Tuesday, July 19, 2011

Ultimate Turkey Burger

For 4 burgers:
1 lb. ground turkey
1/2 C. Italian-seasoned breadcrumbs
1 large egg, beaten
1/4 C. finely chopped green bell pepper
1 Tbsp. minced dried onion
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
2 Tbsp. fresh herb marinade, recipe follows
4 hamburger buns
herb grilled onion rings, receipe follows
Toppings: spicy mustard, shaved Parmesan cheese

Combine first 7 ingredients. Shape mixture into 4 equal-size patties.
Grill, covered with grill lid, over medium-high heat (350° to 400°) 5 to 6 minutes on each side or until no longer pink in center, basting each side occasionally with Fresh Herb Marinade.
Grill buns, cut sides down, 2 minutes or until toasted. Serve burgers on buns with Herb-Grilled Onion Rings and desired toppings.
Classic Burgers: Substitute 1 lb. ground chuck for ground turkey. Prepare recipe as directed.

Fresh Herb Marinade:
1/4 C. vegetable oil
2 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar
1 1/2 Tbsp. chopped fresh cilantro
1 Tbsp. chopped fresh rosemary
1/2 tsp. kosher salt
freshly ground pepper to taste

Stir together first 5 ingredients in a small bowl. Season with pepper to taste.

Herb Grilled Onion Rings:
2 lg. Vidalia onions
4 Tbsp. fresh herb marinade, divided

Cut each onion into 1/2-inch-thick slices. Brush slices evenly with 2 1/2 Tbsp. Fresh Herb Marinade.
Grill, covered with grill lid, over medium-high heat (350° to 400°) 4 to 6 minutes on each side or until tender, basting once with remaining marinade.
Tasty Turkey Burgers

1 comment:

  1. The herb grilled onion rings & shaved Parmesan absolutely make these burgers over the top!

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