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Crispy Thin Turkey Patties

This dish involves pressing turkey meat into very thin discs and cooking them in a hot skillet to achieve a crispy exterior while keeping the inside moist. The patties are cooked until golden brown with edges that are slightly toasted, resulting in a flavorful and textured bite that contrasts tender interior with crisp crust.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground turkey preferably lean
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for frying

Equipment

  • Skillet or non-stick frying pan
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring spoons
  • Parchment paper or plastic wrap

Method
 

  1. Place the ground turkey in a mixing bowl and sprinkle with salt and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined to evenly distribute the seasonings.
    1 lb ground turkey, 1 tsp salt, 0.5 tsp black pepper
  2. Divide the seasoned turkey into 8 equal portions. Use a plastic wrap or parchment paper to help flatten each portion into an extremely thin, round disc, around 1/8 inch thickness. Press with your palms or a spatula for even thinness.
    1 lb ground turkey
  3. Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Swirl to coat the surface evenly. Once hot and shimmering, carefully place four of the thin turkey discs into the skillet, ensuring they don’t overlap.
    1 tbsp olive oil
  4. Cook each side for about 2-3 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and crispy. Use a spatula to gently flip the patties and cook the other side until similarly browned and crisp. The edges should curl slightly and the surface should appear crisp and slightly toasted.
    1 lb ground turkey
  5. Remove the cooked patties from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain excess oil. Repeat with the remaining discs, adding more oil as needed and maintaining high heat to ensure crispness.
    1 lb ground turkey
  6. Serve the crispy turkey patties hot, optionally garnished with herbs or your preferred toppings. The final texture features a crisp exterior with a tender, moist interior.

Notes

Ensure the skillet is hot enough for immediate crisping. Do not overcrowd the pan to maintain high surface heat for crispiness.