Ground turkey is an exceptionally healthy meat, and quite economical. A 4-ounce patty has only 170 calories and a 20-ounce package of ground turkey is less than $5. But we hardly ever have turkey patties. They are not exciting entrees, to say the least.
However!
By accident, I have discovered a way to make turkey patties that are fit for kings. A few weeks back, I bought a 20-ounce package of ground turkey because I wanted a healthy meal that evening and was growing weary of chicken. My wife Nancy “tolerates†turkey patties. I like them but wondered if I could make them more appealing. Rummaging through my cabinet, I was out of Pa\anko crumbs for a filler, but I came across a half can of those fried onions that you put on top of a green bean/mushroom soup casserole. Hmmm…. since I often put onions in turkey patties, and they needed a filler of some sort to make them adhere, and they also need a little oil – all found in the fried onions.
Long story short, I crushed up two cups of the fried onions, added an egg, salt and pepper and made four of the best tasting turkey patties you’ve ever had. Next time you want a quick, economical, and healthy meal, try this recipe. It’s really good and it’s good for you.
Fried Onion Turkey Patties
20-ounce pack of ground turkey
2 c. canned onion rings
1 egg
Salt and pepper to taste
1 T olive oil
1 T butter
Pour two cups of the canned onions in a Zip-loc and smash into fine pieces with the bottom of the measuring cup. Mix with the turkey, an egg, salt and pepper and form anywhere from 4 to 6 patties. Sautee the patties in a fry pan with a tablespoon of butter and a tablespoon of olive oil. Cook on medium heat till brown and crispy on both sides and well done in the center.