Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1 lb

ground turkey breast

1 cup

red onion

chopped

0.5 cup

red bell pepper

chopped

2 unit

egg whites

0.25 cup

watercress leaf

chopped fresh

0.25 cup

teriyaki sauce

2 tbsp

caribbean jerk seasoning

Step 1
~2 min

In a large bowl, combine ground turkey, red onion, red bell pepper, egg whites, watercress, teriyaki sauce, and jerk seasoning.

Step 2
~2 min

Mix all ingredients until well blended.

Step 3
~2 min

Form the turkey mixture into 6 equal patties using clean hands.

Step 4
~2 min

Heat a non-stick griddle over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~2 min

Spray the griddle lightly with canola oil cooking spray.

Step 6
~2 min

Place patties on the griddle, in batches if necessary.

Step 7
~2 min

Cook for 3 minutes.

Step 8
~2 min

Flip the burgers.

Step 9
~2 min

Cook for another 3 minutes, or until cooked through.

Step 10
~2 min

Alternatively, cook burgers on an outdoor grill for the same amount of time.

Step 11
~2 min

Remove patties from the griddle.

Step 12
~2 min

Dress with your favorite condiments.

Step 13
~2 min

Enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dash of hot sauce for extra heat.

Use whole wheat buns for a healthier option.

Grill pineapple slices to complement the jerk flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Patties can be made ahead of time and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of coleslaw.

Serve with sweet potato fries.

Serve with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Sweet Potato Fries
Pineapple Salsa

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Caribbean

Cultural Significance

Jerk seasoning is a staple in Caribbean cuisine.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Barbecues
Summer gatherings

Occasion Tags

Summer
Backyard BBQ
Casual Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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