Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
2 lbs

turkey thigh

skinned, boned, trimmed, and cut into 1/2-inch pieces

1 tbsp

unflavored gelatin

3 tbsp

low sodium chicken broth

6 unit

white mushrooms

trimmed

1 tbsp

soy sauce

1 pinch

baking soda

2 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 pinch

salt

1 pinch

pepper

6 unit

hamburger buns

large

Step 1
~3 min

Place turkey pieces on a large plate in a single layer.

Step 2
~3 min

Freeze meat until very firm and hardened around the edges, about 35-45 minutes.

Step 3
~3 min

Sprinkle gelatin over chicken broth in a small bowl and let sit until gelatin softens, about 5 minutes.

Step 4
~3 min

Pulse mushrooms in a food processor until coarsely chopped, about 7 pulses, stopping and redistributing mushrooms as needed.

Step 5
~3 min

Set mushrooms aside.

Step 6
~3 min

Pulse one-third of the turkey in the food processor until coarsely chopped into 1/8-inch pieces, about 18-22 pulses, stopping and redistributing turkey as needed.

Step 7
~3 min

Transfer meat to a large bowl and repeat two more times with remaining turkey.

Step 8
~3 min

Return 1/2 cup (about 3 ounces) ground turkey to the bowl of the food processor along with softened gelatin, soy sauce, and baking soda.

Step 9
~3 min

Process until smooth, about 2 minutes, scraping down the bowl as needed.

Step 10
~3 min

With processor running, slowly drizzle in oil, about 10 seconds.

Step 11
~3 min

Return mushrooms to food processor with paste and pulse to combine, 3 to 5 pulses, stopping and redistributing mixture as needed.

Step 12
~3 min

Transfer mushroom mixture to bowl with ground turkey and use hands to evenly combine.

Step 13
~3 min

With lightly greased hands, divide meat mixture into 6 balls.

Step 14
~3 min

Flatten into 3/4-inch-thick patties about 4 inches in diameter; press a shallow indentation into center of each burger.

Step 15
~3 min

Open bottom vent completely for charcoal grill.

Step 16
~3 min

Light a large chimney starter filled with charcoal briquettes (6 quarts).

Step 17
~3 min

When top coals are partially covered with ash, pour evenly over half of the grill.

Step 18
~3 min

Set cooking grate in place, cover, and open lid vent completely.

Step 19
~3 min

Heat grill until hot, about 5 minutes for charcoal grill.

Step 20
~3 min

Turn all burners to high, cover, and heat grill until hot, about 15 minutes for gas grill.

Step 21
~3 min

Leave primary burner on high and turn off other burner(s) for gas grill.

Step 22
~3 min

Clean and oil cooking grate.

Step 23
~3 min

Brush one side of patties with oil and season with salt and pepper.

Step 24
~3 min

Flip patties, brush with oil, and season the second side.

Step 25
~3 min

Place burgers over hot part of grill and cook until burgers are well browned on both sides and register 160 degrees, 4 to 7 minutes per side.

Step 26
~3 min

Transfer burgers to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 27
~3 min

While burgers rest, grill buns over hot side of grill.

Step 28
~3 min

Transfer burgers to buns, add desired toppings, and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add breadcrumbs for a firmer patty.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burgers are cooked to a safe internal temperature.

Experiment with different toppings and sauces.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Patties can be shaped and frozen for up to 1 month.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with french fries, sweet potato fries, or a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato salad
Corn on the cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

North America

Cultural Significance

Common dish in American cuisine, often associated with barbecues and summer gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

4th of July
Memorial Day
Labor Day

Occasion Tags

Barbecue
Summer
Party
Family Dinner

Popularity Score

75/100

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