This healthier take on an American favorite has a slight Indian flair with a coriander-spiced patty and thick yogurt sauce.
By Prerna Singh
Turkey Burger
- Total Time: 25 mins
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
This healthier take on an American favorite has a slight Indian flair with a coriander-spiced patty and thick yogurt sauce.
Ingredients
Scale
For Burger Patty:
- 1/2 lbs turkey (ground)
- 1/2 cup onion (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon coriander seeds (coarsely crushed)
- 1/2 cup sun dried tomato (chopped)
- Salt to taste
Yogurt Sauce:
- 1/2 cup hung yogurt (you can also use greek yogurt)
- 1 1/2 tablespoon mayonnaise (optional)
- 8–10 mint leaves
- 1 teaspoon roasted cumin powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cloves powder
Also need:
- 4 medium burger rolls
- Greens- Any choice of lettuce, baby spinach, arugula or clover sprouts
- Sliced heirloom tomatoes
- Sliced red onion
- 1 1/2 tablespoon Olive oil for brushing
Instructions
Burger Patties:
- Bring ingredients of burger patty together in a bowl. Mix well using spatula or hand. Divide into 4 equal parts.
- Take one part in hand. Using both hands roll into a ball. Press between palms to make a flat 1/2 – 3/4 inch thick patties. Pop in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes.
- Heat a grill or grill pan to medium high.
- Lightly grease the grill pan. Cook patties both sides until done, about 3 minutes.
Yogurt Sauce:
- Pound mint leaves in mortar and pestle.
- Whisk ingredients together in a bowl. Set aside for later.
Assembly:
- Brush the cut sides of rolls with oil. Place on hot grill. Lightly toast for 30 seconds.
- Spread bottom roll half with yogurt sauce followed by burger patty then some some more sauce if wanted. Place tomato, onion and greens topped by the top roll half.
- Serve with a side of chips, spicy sweet potato fries or coleslaw.
- Oh, and do not forget that bottle of chilled beer to enjoy a summer meal!
- Prep Time: 15 mins
- Cook Time: 10 mins
- Category: Main
