Name: Turkey Smashburger with Spicy Honey Aioli and Fresh Coleslaw Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 large cloves garlic, grated; 2 tsp lemon juice; Pinch of salt; 1/2 cup light mayo; 1/2 tbsp hot honey; 1 cup green cabbage, shredded; 1 cup carrot, shredded; 1 cup red cabbage, shredded; 1 tbsp lemon juice; 1 tbsp low-fat Greek yogurt; 1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley; 1/4 tsp salt; 1/8 tsp pepper; 1.4 lbs ground turkey (8 x 80g patties); 1 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp mustard powder; 3/4 tsp salt; 1/4 tsp pepper; 8 leaves baby cos lettuce; 12 slices sliced dill pickles; 8 slices good quality cheddar cheese; 4 brioche burger buns

Ingredients

1 cup green cabbage (shredded)

1 cup carrot (shredded)

1 cup red cabbage (shredded)

1 tbsp lemon juice

1 tbsp low-fat Greek yogurt

1 tbsp fresh chopped parsley

1/4 tsp salt

1/8 tsp pepper

3 large cloves garlic (grated)

2 tsp lemon juice

1/2 cup light mayo

1/2 tbsp hot honey

Pinch of salt

1.4 lbs ground turkey (for 8 x 80g patties)

1 tsp onion powder

1 tsp garlic powder

1 tsp smoked paprika

1 tsp mustard powder

3/4 tsp salt

1/4 tsp pepper

8 baby cos lettuce leaves

12 slices dill pickles

8 slices good quality cheddar cheese

4 brioche burger buns

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the aioli by combining grated garlic, 2 tsp lemon juice, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Let rest for 5 minutes, then strain the mixture pressing to extract the garlic juice and discard solids. Stir in mayo and hot honey until smooth.

Step 2: Make the coleslaw by mixing shredded green cabbage, carrot, red cabbage, Greek yogurt, 1 tbsp lemon juice, chopped parsley, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp pepper in a large bowl. Set aside to marinate.

Step 3: In a separate bowl, combine ground turkey with onion powder, garlic powder, smoked paprika, mustard powder, 3/4 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp pepper. Mix gently to combine without overworking the meat.

Step 4: Divide the turkey mixture into eight balls (about 80g each) and set them ready for cooking.

Step 5: Halve the brioche buns and toast the cut sides on a hot pan or griddle until golden and crispy. Spread the prepared aioli on both bun halves.

Step 6: Spray a hot pan with oil. Place the turkey balls in the pan and press down firmly with a burger weight or spatula to smash them thin. Cook undisturbed for about 3 minutes until a brown crust forms.

Step 7: Flip the patties, immediately place a slice of cheddar on each, and cook until cheese melts and patties are cooked through. Stack two patties together to form each double burger.

Step 8: Assemble the burgers by placing 2 lettuce leaves and 3 pickle slices on the bottom bun. Add the double turkey patty stack on top, then spoon a generous portion of coleslaw over the patties.

Step 9: Close the burger with the top bun and serve immediately. Enjoy your flavorful and juicy Turkey Smashburger!

Tips & Variations

For extra flavor, let the turkey patties rest in the fridge for 15 minutes before cooking.

Swap hot honey for sriracha or your favorite hot sauce in the aioli for a spicier kick.

Use different cheeses such as pepper jack or Swiss for varied taste.

Try serving with sweet potato fries or a side salad for a complete meal.

FAQs

Can I use ground chicken instead of turkey?

Yes, ground chicken works well as a substitute with a similar texture and flavor. Follow the same seasoning and cooking steps for best results.

How do I prevent the patties from sticking to the pan?

Make sure the pan is hot before adding the patties, and use a light spray or brush of oil. Also, pressing the patties down firmly helps them release easily when the crust forms.