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Skinny Fiesta Turkey Burger

A Mexican spiced turkey burger.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 22 minutes
Servings 4

Ingredients

  • 1 1/4 pounds ground turkey
  • 2 tablespoons canola oil
  • 1 tablespoon annatto powder
  • 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons worcestershire sauce
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon Hot Mexican Chili Powder
  • 1 tablespoon minced garlic
  • 1 jalapeno sliced
  • 1/4 red pepper sliced lengthwise
  • 1/4 green pepper sliced lengthwise
  • 2 buns
  • 8 slices pepperjack cheese
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 pieces iceberg lettuce

Instructions

  1. Season the ground turkey with salt and pepper and form into 4 patties.
  2. Heat a cast iron skillet on medium high heat and add the oil.
  3. When warm, add the patties.
  4. Meanwhile, combine the next 8 ingredients (up to the jalapeno) in a bowl and mix well.
  5. Pour this sauce into a skillet and bring to boil and reduce to a simmer.
  6. Add in the peppers and simmer for 5 minutes. Set aside.
  7. After cooking the turkey burgers for 5 minutes, flip and add the jalapenos to the pan.
  8. Cook for 5 more minutes putting 2 slices of cheese on each burger in the last 2 minutes of cooking. Remove from pan and let rest 2 minutes.
  9. Assemble by taking 1 side of the bun and top with lettuce. Add the burger and finish by spooning on the peppers and sauce.
  10. Serve and enjoy!