Burgers are my favorite, no matter what type they are, but burgers in the air fryer are something I so wanna talk about because the hot air of the air fryer makes the heavenly crust on the patty and keeps the inside moist, tender, and juicy, and that too without added fats and oil which make me fall in love with burgers all over again.
Turkey burgers in the air fryer are the perfect answer to your sudden cravings as they are topped with tomatoes, lettuce, and pickles to satisfy the taste buds.
So, let’s get started with this delicious turkey burger recipe, which you can have at any time you want.
Ingredients
Air fryer turkey burgers are very easy to make as they only require some basic ingredients, but don’t worry, you always have room to add spices as per your desired flavor.
Anyhow, you can easily buy ground turkey at any local grocery store.
- Ground Turkey- 1 pound ground chicken or beef can also be used in place of this.
- Worcestershire sauce- 1 tablespoon, this brings incredible flavor to the burgers.
- Garlic- 3 cloves. Mince garlic very finely to blend in with the turkey nicely.
- Salt & Pepper- Add as per your taste.
Instructions
- Step 1- Take a medium size bowl and put turkey, garlic, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in it and mix them.
- Step 2- Now form them into a pattie with ½ inch thickness as they would get shrink while cooking.
- Step 3- Then add 2 patties to the air fryer basket and let them cook for 7 minutes at 360 °F degrees, then flip them over and give them another 5-6 minutes until they are thoroughly cooked, or their internal temperature reaches 165 °F.
To make it easier, check out the following video to know how to make turkey burger patties in the air fryer.
Notes:
- The patties will be shaped easily if the ground turkey is fresh rather than frozen, and the air fryer would give them a crusty exterior while keeping their interior juicy.
- For more nutrition, you can use lean ground turkey, as it contains less sodium.
- If you want to add crunch to the burgers, toss them in egg wash first, then coat them in breadcrumbs after shaping them into patties. For gluten-free burgers, use gluten-free bread crumbs.
- You can add more flavor to the turkey patties if you like, such as Cajun seasoning, Italian seasoning, and jerk seasoning.
Tips To Make The Best Turkey Burgers
There are a few tips that you need to remember for making the best turkey burgers in the air fryer.
- The cooking time of burgers varies according to the model of the air fryer plus the thickness of the patty, times, so always read the air fryer manual for proper cooking instructions. However, patties are considered cooked when their internal temperature reaches 165° F which you can measure with the instant-read thermometer.
- At times, ground turkey is hard and sticky to make a shape out of them. To avoid this issue, you can use parchment paper as it would help them to form. Also, you can freeze the meat for a while to help them become firm.
- If you don’t want the burgers to get too shrank, then place your thumb in the middle of the patty and make a divot.
- You can use any type of Turkey to make this burger because they all would work fine, from 97/3 to 85/15.
Nutritional Information
| Calories | 134kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 2g |
| Protein | 27g |
| Fat | 2g |
| Cholesterol | 62 mg |
| Sodium | 100 mg |
| Potassium | 378 mg |
| Sugar | 1g |
Turkey Burgers Toppings
Turkey burgers don’t overpower ingredients as it has a light flavor, which means that toppings can only enhance the burger. So, here are some yummy toppings to add on to:
- Cheese – When the burgers are done, you can add the slice of cheese on it to the air fryer basket for a few minutes without turning on the air fryer until the cheese is melted.
- Sauce – Ketchup and Mustard sauce are good but too mainstream, so you can try any different sauce as well, like BBQ sauce or Tzatziki sauce.
- Greens – To make burgers healthy, you can add any green you want to them like jalapeño, sliced avocado, or arugula.
- Red Onion – Adding red onions is a great thing for burgers, and caramelized onions taste even better if you have time to make it.
- Tomatoes – Raw tomatoes taste good in Turkey burgers, but if you want to make it fancy, you can add air-fried green tomatoes as well.
- Pickles – You can add any pickled veggie in Turkey burgers you want like pickles cucumber, jalapeño, or onion.
What Can Be Served With Turkey Burgers?
- Potatoes & Tots- Everybody loves a burger with fries as it is the best combo one can ever have, but you can also make Cauliflower tots with it to enjoy the turkey burger to the fullest.
- Salad- If you’re counting your calories and want to cut down on the carbs, then you can either add fresh salad to it or just have salad as a side.
- Pasta- Any type of pasta can be served alongside turkey burgers.
Can You Make Turkey Burgers Ahead Of Time?
Yes, you can make turkey burgers ahead of time.
All you would have to do is make two or three batches of Turkey burger patties and freeze them until they are needed.
Just use parchment paper between each burger patty to avoid them from sticking to each other. The burger patties can last up to 3 months in the refrigerator.
When you are ready to cook them, you can do that in the air fryer by adding 3-5 minutes more than usual cooking time or thaw them overnight in the refrigerator.
Variations on the Perfect Turkey Burger
Another advantage of turkey burgers is their versatility. And, like any burger, you can make a large amount and freeze it for easy weeknight dinners.
- Optional Extras: Turkey burgers are perfect for sneaking in vegetables. Finely sliced mushrooms, peppers, onions, or shredded zucchini all count as flavor and moisture to the turkey.
- Seasonings: Simple elements like garlic and Worcestershire sauce bring a lot of flavor to these burgers. BBQ seasonings, taco seasonings, ranch seasonings, Greek spices, and even Italian spices would be appetizing.
- Toppings: Once again, the opportunities for topping these turkey burgers are limitless. Tomatoes, lettuce, bacon, BBQ sauce, avocado, sprouts, and whatever else hits your fancy on this particular day!
- Cheese: Don’t forget about the cheese including your favorite cheeses including Swiss, cheddar, pepper jack, feta, blue cheese, and Monterey jack.
Excellent Air Fryer Turkey Burgers Tips
There isn’t much that can go wrong with turkey burgers, but there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure you have mouthwatering burgers.
- Checking for Doneness: Remember that my times are merely guidelines, not absolutes. Check the user manual for your air fryer for the best cooking times and adjust as needed. To determine doneness, utilize temperature rather than time.
- Sticky: Sometimes your ground turkey is sticky and tough to form or shape. If this happens, form them using parchment paper. Refrigerating or freezing the meat for a few minutes will also firm it up.
- Divot: To protect the burgers from shrinking too much, make a divot in the center with your thumb.
- Turkey: These burgers can be made with any type of ground turkey. 97/3 to 85/15.
Conclusion
In summary, I would like to conclude
- Air fryer turkey burgers are a quick and healthy alternative to beef burgers.
- Create a divot in the middle of burger patties to avoid them from shrinking too much.
- Use parchment paper to shape patties without sticking and getting hard.
- The cooking time of burger patties varies from air fryer to air fryer and the thickness of the patty, however, if the internal temperature reaches 165° F then it means they are cooked.
- You can use lean turkey to add more nutrition to your diet.