Indian Spiced Turkey Burgers from ‘Practical Paleo’

By Kathy C.

Ingredients

• Indian Spice Blend (recipe yields 4 1/2 tbsp):
• 1 lb ground turkey
• 1 tablespoon Indian Spice Blend (see below)
• Sprigs of fresh cilantro for garnish
• 2 tbsp onion powder
• 2 tsp garam masala (I used curry powder)
• 2 tsp coriander
• 1 tsp sea salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes

Preparation

Step 1

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine turkey and Indian Spice blend until well integrated. Form the turkey into four 4-ounce patties, adding a thumb-print dimple in the center of each to allow for even cooking.
2. Grill or skillet-cook the burgers for approximately 4 minutes per side over medium-high heat or until they are cooked through with no remaining pink and have reached an internal temperature of 165 F.
(If you plan on using a Portobello mushroom as a “bun” [pictured], grill or bake for 10 minutes at 350F)

OR Serve on a Sweet Potato Pancake bun (see seperate recipe)