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Buffalo Turkey Burger

Cultural Context

The Buffalo turkey burger is a popular American dish that combines the flavors of Buffalo chicken wings with a healthier turkey patty. It reflects the trend of using lean meats in traditional recipes, making it a favorite for those seeking a flavorful yet lighter alternative to beef burgers. This dish is often served at barbecues, casual gatherings, and restaurants, showcasing the American love for spicy and bold flavors.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground turkey thighs
Salt and pepper
Vegetable oil, for grill
6 tablespoons butter, melted
6 tablespoons hot sauce
4 cups cabbage slaw mix
1/4 cup mayonnaise
1/4 cup sour cream
2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1 tablespoon chopped chives
1/3 cup crumbled blue cheese
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 hamburger buns

ground turkey

🥗Healthier: ground chicken

💰Cheaper: ground beef

Ground chicken is leaner, while ground beef is often more affordable.

Buffalo sauce

🥗Healthier: homemade hot sauce

💰Cheaper: hot sauce

Homemade hot sauce can be lower in sodium.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns offer more fiber, while white bread is often cheaper.

1

Preheat griddle brushed with a thin layer of oil to medium-high.

2

Combine the melted butter and hot sauce. Mix together 1/3 of the hot sauce mixture with the ground turkey thighs. Season with salt and pepper and form into 1/2-pound patties.

3

Griddle burgers on both sides until caramelized and cooked through, about 5 minutes per side.

4

Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, vinegar, chives, blue cheese, salt and pepper and toss together with coleslaw mix.

5

When the burger is done coat both sides with the remaining hot sauce. Place on bun and top with blue cheese coleslaw.

Cooking Techniques

mixinggrillingtoasting

Equipment Needed

griddle

Spice Level:

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Dietary

dairy-free

Allergens

glutendairy

Also Known As

Buffalo Chicken BurgerSpicy Turkey Burger

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