Description
These Bánh Mì Turkey Burgers are a delicious fusion of American and Vietnamese flavors, featuring juicy turkey patties seasoned with aromatic ingredients and topped with tangy pickled vegetables and spicy mayo. Perfect for a quick yet flavorful meal, these burgers combine the fresh crunch of pickles with the heat of Sriracha and the richness of brioche buns.
Ingredients
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Pickled Vegetables
- 1 carrot, sliced into matchsticks
- 1 cucumber, sliced into matchsticks
- 1 jalapeño, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup unseasoned rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 tbsp plus 1 tsp sugar (divided)
- Kosher salt
Turkey Burgers
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 2 tbsp sriracha, divided
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Spicy Mayo and Assembly
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame oil or vegetable oil
- 4 brioche hamburger buns
- Fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- Make the pickled vegetables: In a medium bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, and jalapeño slices with 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Add the rice vinegar, water, and 1 tablespoon sugar. Stir everything together until combined, then refrigerate and chill the mixture until ready to serve. This process will create fresh, tangy pickles that add crunch and flavor to your burgers.
- Prepare the turkey burgers: In another medium bowl, gently mix the ground turkey with 1 tablespoon of sriracha, cornstarch, fish sauce, the remaining 1 teaspoon sugar, finely chopped garlic, and thinly sliced scallions. Be careful not to overmix the meat to keep the burgers tender. Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste. Divide the mixture into four equal-sized patties.
- Make the spicy mayo: Combine the mayonnaise with the remaining sriracha (about 1 tablespoon) in a small bowl. Adjust the amount of sriracha to your preferred spice level. This spicy mayo will add creamy heat and moisture to the burgers.
- Cook the burgers: Heat the toasted sesame oil or vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the turkey patties in the skillet and cook them for about 4 to 5 minutes on each side until fully cooked through and browned nicely. If the bottoms start to brown too quickly, add a splash of water to the pan and cover to help the burgers cook evenly without burning.
- Assemble and serve: Lightly toast the brioche buns, then top each bun with a cooked turkey patty. Add a generous spread of the spicy mayo on each burger, then pile on a scoop of the chilled pickled vegetables. Garnish with fresh cilantro leaves if desired, and serve immediately for a fresh, flavorful twist on classic burgers.
Notes
- Do not overmix the turkey mixture to keep your burgers tender and juicy.
- You can adjust the spiciness of the pickled vegetables and mayo by modifying the amount of jalapeño and sriracha.
- Adding a splash of water and covering the pan while cooking prevents the burgers from burning and helps them cook through evenly.
- For extra flavor, consider toasting the hamburger buns before assembling the burgers.
- These burgers are great served with a side of fries or a light salad for a full meal.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vietnamese-American Fusion
Keywords: Bánh Mì, turkey burgers, pickled vegetables, spicy mayo, Vietnamese fusion, quick dinner, ground turkey recipe
