Chef Jackie's Taco Turkey Burger
Taco Turkey Burger
Serves 4
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
1 lb ground turkey
1 1/2 tsps. Ground cumin
1/2 tsp. chili powder
Pinch cayenne
1/2 tsp. ground coriander
1/4 cup grated onion
1 tablespoon olive oil
4 slices pepperjack cheese
4 brioche buns, toasted
Tostito chips, for serving
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Guacamole
3 avocados (pitted)
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 jalapeno, seeded, chopped
2 limes, juiced
Ground coriander, to taste
Ground cumin, to taste
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper, to taste
Pineapple salsa
2 cups grilled pineapple
1/4 cup red onion, chopped
1/2 jalapeno, seeded, chopped
2 limes, juiced
1/2 cup chopped cilantro
Salt and pepper, to taste
Directions
To a large bowl, add turkey, cumin, chili powder, cayenne, coriander, onion, salt and pepper. Stir until combined. Divide into 4 burger patties.
Heat a large saute pan over medium heat, add olive oil and turkey patties. Cook until golden about 4 minutes per side. Flip and cook another 4 minutes, add cheese, cover until melted.
To a bowl, mash together avocado, onion, jalapeno, lime juice, coriander, cilantro, salt and pepper. Check seasoning and set aside.
To another bowl, stir together grilled pineapple, onion, jalapeno, lime juice, cilantro, salt and pepper. Check seasoning and set aside.
When ready to serve, add turkey burger to toasted bun, top with guacamole, pineapple salsa and Tostito chips for a crunch!