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Thai Peanut Turkey Burgers

Thai Peanut Turkey Burgers: Quick, Flavorful, and Gluten-Free!

Thai Peanut Turkey Burgers are a quick and flavorful meal option that's gluten-free, perfect for busy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Thai
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Turkey Can substitute with ground chicken or plant-based crumbles.
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free breadcrumbs for gluten-free option.
  • 3 stalks Green Onions Chopped; can substitute with scallions.
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped; parsley can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 cloves Garlic Minced; garlic powder can be used if needed.
  • 1 tablespoon Ginger Grated; fresh is preferred but ground works too.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce/Tamari Use tamari for gluten-free.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Can substitute with lemon juice.
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Oil Can substitute with another preferred oil.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Essential for balancing flavors.
For the Peanut Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Creamy Peanut Butter Sunflower seed butter for nut-free option.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Maple syrup can be used for vegan.
  • 1 teaspoon Sriracha Adjust according to spice preference.
For Serving
  • 4 buns Burger Buns Gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps for low-carb.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrot
  • 1 cup Cucumber Sliced.
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro Leaves Fresh.
  • 1/4 cup Red Onion Sliced.

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, chopped green onions, cilantro, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
  2. Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into patties about ¾ inch thick. Cover and refrigerate for about 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes. If using a skillet, add a drizzle of oil.
  4. Carefully place the chilled patties onto the hot grill or skillet. Cook for 5-6 minutes on each side until golden brown and an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) is reached.
  5. In a separate bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and sriracha until smooth. Adjust thickness with warm water if needed.
  6. Assemble burgers by spreading peanut sauce on the bottom half of the bun, placing a patty on top, adding more sauce, and finishing with shredded carrot, cucumber, cilantro, and red onion. Top with the other half of the bun.
  7. Serve immediately while hot and juicy, potentially with extra peanut sauce on the side.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Avoid overmixing the meat to prevent tough burgers. Refrigerate patties before cooking for shape retention. Use a meat thermometer for safe cooking.

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