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Pulled Turkey Brioche Burger

Savory Pulled Turkey Brioche Burger for Cozy Gatherings

This Pulled Turkey Brioche Burger combines tender pulled turkey with buttery brioche for a cozy gathering treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 6 burgers
Course: Lunch
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Pulled Turkey
  • 4 legs Turkey Turkey legs are the main protein source.
  • 1 cup Tomato Paste Adds concentrated flavor and richness.
  • 2 tbsp Cooking Oil Vegetable or olive oil works best.
  • 1 tbsp Honey Balances the savory with a touch of sweetness.
  • 1 tbsp Paprika Enhances color and flavor.
  • 1 cup Broth Chicken or vegetable broth can be used.
For the Spread
  • 1 cup Corn Frozen corn is a quick alternative.
  • 4 oz Cream Cheese Can substitute with Greek yogurt.
  • to taste Salt Adjust according to your taste preference.
  • to taste Pepper Adjust according to your taste preference.
For Assembly
  • 6 buns Brioche Consider whole wheat or gluten-free options.
  • 1 cup Cranberries Fresh cranberries deliver a tart burst.
  • 1 bunch Scallions Chives can be used as an alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Blender or Food Processor
  • Baking dish
  • Aluminum Foil

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (356°F).
  2. In a bowl, mix together tomato paste, cooking oil, honey, and paprika to create a rub. Coat the turkey legs with this mixture.
  3. Place the seasoned turkey legs into a baking dish and add the broth. Cover tightly with aluminum foil and bake for approximately 90 minutes.
  4. In a blender, purée corn, cream cheese, salt, and pepper until smooth to create the corn spread.
  5. Remove the turkey from the oven and let it cool for about 10 minutes, then shred the turkey into bite-sized pieces.
  6. Assemble the burgers by spreading the corn mixture on the bottom half of each brioche bun, topping it with the shredded turkey, cranberries, and scallions.
  7. Serve on a platter alongside sweet potato fries or a salad.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 10mg

Notes

This recipe is easily customizable; feel free to swap ingredients or adjust seasoning to your preference.

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