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Thai Peanut Turkey Burgers Recipe

Name: Thai Peanut Turkey Burgers Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 1 pound ground turkey; 1/4 cup breadcrumbs; 2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped; 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 teaspoon sesame oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper; 1/3 cup creamy peanut butter; 1 tablespoon soy sauce; 1 tablespoon lime juice; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 teaspoon sriracha (optional); 2 to 3 tablespoons warm water; 4 burger buns, toasted; 1 cup shredded carrot; 1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced; 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

Byluca Carter February 8, 2026February 8, 2026

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Introduction

Thai Peanut Turkey Burgers are a delicious twist on a classic favorite, combining savory turkey patties with a creamy, tangy peanut sauce. Perfect for a quick weeknight meal, these burgers bring bold flavors and fresh toppings for a satisfying bite every time.

A close-up of a burger on a white plate with a white marbled background. The burger has a golden-brown toasted bun top, and under it is a layer of fresh green cilantro leaves mixed with thin purple onion slices and shredded orange carrots. Beneath that, there is a thick, crispy, golden-brown patty with green bits visible inside, topped with a creamy light orange sauce dripping down the sides. Below the patty, there is a layer of thinly sliced green cucumber arranged neatly, sitting on a bottom toasted bun that shows a light brown crust. Both the top and bottom buns appear soft and slightly glossy. Photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

1 pound ground turkey
1/4 cup breadcrumbs

2 tablespoons green onions, finely chopped
2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon lime juice
1 teaspoon sesame oil

1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/3 cup creamy peanut butter

1 tablespoon soy sauce (for sauce)
1 tablespoon lime juice (for sauce)
1 tablespoon honey

1 teaspoon sriracha (optional)
2 to 3 tablespoons warm water
4 burger buns, toasted

1 cup shredded carrot
1 cup cucumber, thinly sliced
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

1/2 red onion, thinly sliced

Instructions

Step 1: In a large mixing bowl, combine ground turkey, breadcrumbs, green onions, chopped cilantro, minced garlic, grated ginger, soy sauce, lime juice, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just incorporated.
Step 2: Divide the turkey mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a uniform patty.

Step 3: Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat and lightly oil the surface to prevent sticking.
Step 4: Cook the patties for 5 to 6 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
Step 5: While the patties cook, prepare the peanut sauce. In a bowl, whisk together peanut butter, soy sauce, lime juice, honey, and sriracha if using. Gradually stir in warm water until the sauce is smooth and pourable.

Step 6: Spread peanut sauce on the bottom half of each toasted burger bun. Place a cooked turkey patty on top, drizzle with more peanut sauce, then add shredded carrot, cucumber slices, fresh cilantro leaves, and red onion slices.
Step 7: Cover with the top bun and serve immediately, with extra peanut sauce on the side if desired.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, toast the burger buns lightly before assembling.

Substitute ground chicken if you prefer a milder flavor.
Add a squeeze of fresh lime over the toppings for an extra zesty kick.
Adjust the sriracha amount to control the heat level of the peanut sauce.

Storage

Store leftover cooked turkey patties and peanut sauce separately in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat patties gently in a skillet or microwave before serving. Assemble burgers fresh to maintain bun texture and freshness.