Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsRed Rooster CafeTurkey Burger Recipe

Turkey Burger Recipe

Inspired by Red Rooster Cafe
Time45m
Serves4

Savory ground turkey with homemade cranberry conserve, onion, lettuce, pickle and tomato

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Cranberry Conserve Ingredients

Toppings Ingredients

Method

Cranberry Conserve Directions

  1. 1

    Prepare the Cranberry Conserve

    In a medium saucepan, combine fresh cranberries, sugar, orange juice, and orange zest. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat.

  2. 2

    Simmer the Mixture

    Once boiling, reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally until the cranberries burst and the mixture thickens.

  3. 3

    Cool the Conserve

    Remove from heat and let it cool completely. The conserve can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Burger Directions

  1. 4

    Prepare the Burger Patties

    In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well until everything is evenly incorporated.

  2. 5

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties.

  3. 6

    Cook the Patties

    Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the turkey patties to the skillet and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

  4. 7

    Toast the Buns

    While the patties are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on a separate skillet or in a toaster.

Assembly Directions

  1. 8

    Prepare the Toppings

    Slice the tomato and onion into rings. Rinse the leafy lettuce.

  2. 9

    Assemble the Burgers

    On the bottom half of each toasted bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked turkey patty, a generous spoonful of cranberry conserve, onion rings, tomato slices, and pickles. Top with the other half of the bun.

  3. 10

    Serve

    Serve the turkey burgers immediately with your choice of side.

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