Thai Sweet Chili Turkey Burgers Recipe
These Thai Sweet Chili Turkey Burgers are a flavorful twist on classic burgers, with a perfect balance of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 burgers 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Low Calorie
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1/4 cup sweet chili sauce
Aromatics:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small shallot, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce (or soy sauce for a vegetarian option)
- 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
- 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
For Serving:
- 4 whole wheat burger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced cucumber and red onion
- Extra sweet chili sauce
Instructions
- Mix the Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey, sweet chili sauce, minced garlic, chopped shallot, fish sauce (or soy sauce), lime juice, cilantro, grated ginger, black pepper, and salt. Mix gently until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
- Form the Patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, about 1/2 inch thick. Make a slight depression in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.
- Preheat the Grill: Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or the skillet with non-stick spray.
- Cook the Patties: Place the patties on the grill or in the skillet. Cook for 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and the patties are golden brown.
- Assemble the Burgers: Toast the whole wheat burger buns lightly on the grill or in the skillet. Place a lettuce leaf on each bun bottom, followed by the turkey patty. Top with sliced cucumber and red onion.
- Drizzle and Serve: Drizzle additional sweet chili sauce over the patties and cap the burgers with the top bun. Serve hot with your favorite side.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the turkey mixture.
- These burgers are also delicious served with a side of sweet potato fries.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 520mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Thai, Turkey Burger, Sweet Chili, Grilling, Low Calorie
