Kittencal's Moist Turkey Burgers for the Grill (Low Fat)

Kittencalskitchen's Note:

The addition of shredded carrots is the secret ingredient to the most juicy moist turkey burgers so please don't omit them! these are delicious done on the grill I make these quite often and my family loves them and they are low fat too --- they may be broiled or pan-fried but they are much better if prepared on the grill or even an indoor grill would be great! This recipe makes approx 8 turkey burgers, depending on how large you make them, you might want to double or triple the amounts and freeze the patties --- Mrs. Dash seasoning may be replaced for the seasoned salt if you are on a low sodium diet --- plan ahead the patties must chill for 4-24 hours to blend flavors, the longer chilling time the better! --- for the best flavor use seasoned salt not white salt and if you are a garlic-lover then increase to 2 tablespoons, for my garlic-loving family I use about 6 garlic cloves, and my family loves lots of heat so I also add in 2 tablespoons of crushed chili flakes

• Total Time: 4 hrs 12 mins
• Prep Time: 4 hrs
• Cook Time: 12 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 8

• 2 lbs ground turkey (preferably mixed white and dark meat)
• ½ cup finely shredded carrot (DO NOT squeeze out any moisture in the carrots!)
• 2 green onions , finely chopped (or use 1 small onion)
• 1 tablespoon finely minced fresh garlic (about 3 cloves, or use 1-2 teaspoons garlic powder)
• 2 teaspoons seasoning salt (can reduce to 1-1/2 teaspoons)
• 1 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
• ½ cup breadcrumbs
• 2 eggs , slightly beaten
• 1⁄3;-½ cup hickory-flavor barbecue sauce (can use more you may need to increase the breadcrumbs if increasing the BBQ sauce)
• ½-1 teaspoon hot sauce (or to taste)

Directions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey with all the ingredients; mix well to combine (if you find the mixture is too moist you can add in a small amount more of bread crumbs).
2. Shape into patties, then place the patties on a plate and cover with plastic wrap; chill for 4-24 hours to blend flavors (24 hours is even better!).
3. Place on the barbecue and grill until done (about 12-15 minutes) if made on a outdoor grill.
4. DELICIOUS!

Reviews

[seal angel]

These were pretty good! I am not very fond of ground turkey but I am trying to switch over. I let these sit for 24hrs. They were very moist. I tried one with everything on it cheese, pickles, lettcue, and etc. but I prefer just the meat on a bun. I will be making these again. Whole family liked them.

[tammydeg]

Sooooooo yummy. I added a bit extra hot sauce and didn't add the breadcrumbs (gluten allergy) so I was worried about them falling apart like everyone said. I had no problem at all. Be careful not to overcook them or they'll be dry like a popcorn fart. The first time I made them, I think pressed them a little too thin so they cooked too fast and were dry.

[kiwi35]

This is my THIRD time making these. I was skeptical because mine usually turn out dry and unseasoned no matter what I do. The carrot does the trick! AWESOME!!! Even my family loves them. I added jalapeno's instead of hot sauce one time and they were just as good! D-LICIOUS!