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turkey breakfast sausage recipe
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 14 patties 1x
- Diet: General
Description
This homemade turkey breakfast sausage recipe creates flavorful, golden, caramelized patties infused with fragrant Moroccan spices, perfect for quick family meals or healthy eating. It’s a versatile dish enjoyed for breakfast or light supper, with options for pan-frying, baking, or air frying.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground turkey, 93% lean
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 small shallot (1 oz), very finely minced
- 2 cloves garlic (0.35 oz), minced
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp ground coriander
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon
- 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper, (optional)
- 0.5 tsp freshly ground black pepper
- 1.5 tsp fine sea salt
- 0.25 preserved lemon (rind only, 0.35 oz), thoroughly rinsed and very finely minced
- 1 tbsp fresh mint, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 2 tbsp date syrup, (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Mix the Magic: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, 1 tbsp olive oil, minced shallot, minced garlic, ground cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, ground cinnamon, cayenne pepper (if using), black pepper, sea salt, and the very finely minced preserved lemon rind. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overmix, which can make the sausage tough.
- Form Your Patties: Divide the mixture into 14 equal portions (approximately 2.3 oz each). Gently form each into a flat, round patty, about 0.6 inch thick. For best results, chill the patties for 15-20 minutes before cooking.
- Cook to Perfection: Heat a large, heavy-bottomed skillet over medium-high heat. Add a thin layer of olive oil to coat the bottom. Once shimmering, carefully place the turkey breakfast sausage patties into the skillet, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Cook in batches if necessary. Sear the patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until deeply golden brown and caramelized, and cooked through to an internal temperature of 165F (74C).
- Plate and Serve with Style: Transfer the cooked patties to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to rest for 2-3 minutes. To plate, arrange 3-4 warm, caramelized patties slightly overlapping on a plate. Sprinkle generously with the fresh chopped mint and parsley. Drizzle the date syrup in a zigzag pattern across the patties, allowing it to pool slightly and add a glossy sheen.
Notes
Cooked patties can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days or frozen for longer. (Shortcuts) Bake a large batch on a sheet pan at 375F (190C) for 20-25 minutes (flipping halfway) or air fry at 375F (190C) for 10-12 minutes (flipping halfway). (Substitutions) Reduce or omit date syrup for a low-carb option. Lean ground chicken or extra-lean ground beef are suitable substitutes for ground turkey. (Tips) Add 1 tbsp finely minced apple to the mixture for sweeter, juicier patties, or increase cayenne pepper/add red pepper flakes for extra spice.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Moroccan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 patties (195 g)
- Calories: 420 calories
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 750 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 14 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 140 mg