Juicy Turkey Burgers with BBQ Aioli
Turkey burgers are known for being a bit meh. These super juice turkey burgers with BBQ aioli will rock your world. They're flavorful, juicy (yeah, I know I already said juicy but it's worth repeating) and so satisfying. Make extra for leftovers. Trust me on this.
Ingredients
For the Turkey Burgers
- 1 ½ lbs ground turkey
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 cloves garlic - minced
- 2 tsp liquid smoke - mesquite or hickory works
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 egg
- 2 slices wheat toast - almost burnt, finely chopped
- dash black pepper
For the BBQ Aioli
- ⅓ cup mayo
- ¼ cup bbq sauce
- ½ tsp garlic powder
Instructions
For the Aioli
- Whisk together mayo, bbq sauce and garlic powder until smooth.
- Cover and refrigerate while you make the burgers.
For the Turkey Burgers
- Add all ingredients for the turkey burgers except for the turkey and bread into a large mixing bowl. Stirl until well combined.
- Add the turkey to the mixture and mix thoroughly.
- Add the toast and fold them into the turkey mixture.
- Preheat a skillet to medium heat. Use cooking spray, if necessary, to prevent sticking.
- Rub some olive oil on the palms of your hands and on your fingers. Get them wet with water and then scoop about 1/3 cup of the turkey into your hands. Pat it into a smooth ball and then press flat into a patty.
- Add straight into the skillet. The patties are too soft to be made ahead. Add another 2-3 patties to the skillet but don't crowd them.
- Let the patties cook 5-7 minutes on each side, then flip.
- Check with a meat thermometer to ensure they have reached 160° F internally.
- Serve immediately, or allow to cool, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.