Can I grill or air fry these turkey burgers?

Yes, they both work great. See recipe card for instructions.

Can I make them without cilantro?

Absolutely. If you're not a cilantro fan, replace it with a little fresh parsley.

Can I freeze the burgers?

Yes. Freeze the uncooked patties separated with parchment paper, then thaw overnight in the refrigerator before cooking. You can also freeze the cooked burgers.

Are these Asian Turkey Burgers gluten-free?

Yes, they hold together fine without and breadcrumbs. Be sure to use certified gluten-free tamari and check the labels of your fish sauce.

Juicy Asian Turkey Burgers (30 Minute Recipe)

Name: Juicy Asian Turkey Burgers (30-Minute Recipe)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Asian
Ingredients: 1” piece of ginger, grated; 1 clove garlic, minced or grated; 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped; 1/4 cup scallions, coarsely chopped, 2-3 scallions; 1 Tablespoon gluten free tamari; 1 teaspoon fish sauce; 2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil; 1 pound ground turkey, keep cold until ready to mix; 2 Tablespoons avocado oil or other neutral flavor; ½ cup tahini; 2 Tablespoons gluten free tamari; 2 tablespoons rice vinegar; 1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup; 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil; 1 clove garlic grated or minced; 1 teaspoon grated ginger; 4-6 Tablespoons water to thin

Juicy Asian Turkey Burgers (30-Minute Recipe)

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These healthy turkey burgers are juicy & savory with lots of fresh ginger, garlic and sesame flavor and they come together in just 30 minutes.

Author: Ingrid DeHart
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 3-4 servings 1x
Category: Dinner, Main Dish
Method: Sautéing
Cuisine: Asian
Diet: Dairy-Free, Gluten-Free, Low-Carb, Paleo

Ingredients

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1” piece of ginger, grated
1 clove garlic, minced or grated
1/4 cup fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup scallions, coarsely chopped, 2-3 scallions
1 Tablespoon gluten free tamari
1 teaspoon fish sauce
2 teaspoons toasted sesame oil
1 pound ground turkey, keep cold until ready to mix
2 Tablespoons avocado oil or other neutral flavor

Asian Tahini Sauce

½ cup tahini
2 Tablespoons gluten free tamari
2 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 ½ tablespoons maple syrup
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 clove garlic grated or minced
1 teaspoon grated ginger
4-6 Tablespoons water to thin

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Instructions

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ginger, garlic, cilantro, scallions, tamari, fish sauce and sesame oil. Stir to combine evenly.
Add ground turkey. Mix gently using clean hands or gloves for best incorporation and texture. Avoid overmixing, which can make them tough.
Shape the mixture into 6 burgers, gently compressing them so they hold together. For larger burgers, divide the mixture into 4 patties.
Heat 2 tablespoons avocado oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add burgers to the pan so they are not touching. Pan sear for 5 minutes, until golden. Don’t fiddle with them, let them develop a good crust before flipping.
Then flip the burgers with the spatula and cook on the other side for 5 minutes until golden and the juices run clear and no longer pink in center 160°F. (They will continue to cook to a perfect 165°F).
Make Asian Tahini Sauce. While the burgers are cooking add all of the sauce ingredients (except for the water) to a bowl or glass jar and stir until combined. Add water to thin until the sauce reaches your desired consistency.
Serve on a bed of greens, salad, vegetables or gluten free bun.

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Notes

To air fry- Heat the air fryer to 370°F. Place turkey burgers in a single layer, and air fry for 9-12 minutes or until they reach 160°F. (They will continue to cook to a perfect 165°F).

To Grill – Pre-heat a grill on medium high and grease well. Grill 4-5 minutes each side until golden and cooked through to 160°F.

The burger patties can be made up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated covered until ready to cook