Recipes
Curry Kebab Burgers
Author:
Anjuli Dharna
Servings
makes 6 burgers
Prep Time
20 minutes
Cook Time
8-10 minutes
"This recipe is adapted from the sikh kebab family recipe making it more accessible in my home kitchen. My memories of weekly karoga with the flavors of the spiced grilled mincemeat are a favorite between my brothers and me. We always ask to have a cookout featuring this recipe when we have family gatherings no matter the time of year and it never fails to bring everyone together!"
Ingredients
Patties:
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1 lb (450 g) ground turkey (93% lean or whatever you prefer)
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1 medium onion, finely chopped
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2 cloves garlic, minced
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1 Tbsp fresh ginger, grated (optional)
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3 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped (or parsley if you prefer)
Spice mix for the patties:
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3½ tsp Curry
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1¾ tsp Wild Mountain Cumin
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1 tsp freshly ground Zanzibar Black Peppercorns
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2 tsp Wind-Blown Sea Salt
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1–2 Tbsp olive oil (or 1 beaten egg) — helps bind and keeps patties moist
For cooking:
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Oil for the grill or skillet
Toppings / Serving:
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Burger buns or pita
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Tomatoes, lettuce or cabbage, red onion slices
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Sauce: yogurt-garlic sauce, tzatziki, or tahini
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Optional: pickled cucumbers or peppers
Directions
Mix the Patty Base:
In a bowl, combine the ground turkey, onion, garlic, ginger, parsley or cilantro.
In a small separate bowl, mix together the curry blend, cumin, freshly ground black pepper, and salt.
Add the spice mix to the turkey mixture, along with the olive oil or egg. Gently work everything together with your hands. Don’t overmix — overhandling can make the meat tough.
Form into 4 patties, pressing a shallow dimple into the center of each so they cook evenly.
Cook the Patties:
Grill method: Preheat your grill to medium-high. Brush the patties with a little oil, then grill ~4–5 minutes per side, until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
Pan-sear method: Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high, add a little oil, and cook the patties ~4–5 minutes per side until browned and cooked through.
Prepare Toppings:
While the patties are cooking, slice your tomatoes, onions, and greens.
Warm or toast your buns or pita.
Mix up your sauce (e.g., combine plain yogurt with garlic, lemon juice, salt, and a pinch of curry blend for a cohesive flavor).
Assemble the Burgers and Enjoy!
On the bottom bun (or pita), spread some sauce.
Add greens, then the turkey kebab patty.
Top with tomato, onion, pickles (if using), more sauce, then the top bun/pita.