Jerk Spice–Rubbed Turkey Burgers with Fried Green Tomatoes | America's Test Kitchen

Jerk Spice–Rubbed Turkey Burgers with Fried Green Tomatoes | America's Test Kitchen

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This mouthwatering burger features the sweet, spicy, and bold elements of jerk seasoning to give mild turkey a serious flavor boost.

Keywords

  • Sandwiches
  • Turkey
  • Main Courses
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Ingredients

  • 1 green tomato , cored and sliced ¼ inch thick
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 habanero chile , stemmed, seeds and ribs removed, and minced
  • ½ teaspoon grated lime zest plus 1 tablespoon juice
  • 1¼ teaspoons table salt , divided
  • 2½ teaspoons pepper , divided
  • ½ cup cornmeal
  • ¼ cup all-purpose flour
  • ⅔ cup buttermilk
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 tablespoons packed brown sugar
  • 2 teaspoons garlic powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground allspice
  • 1½ teaspoons dry mustard
  • 1½ teaspoons dried thyme
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1¾ pounds ground turkey tossed with 2 tablespoons melted butter, or 1 recipe Grind-Your-Own Turkey Blend (see note)
  • 2 teaspoons vegetable oil , plus 1/2 cup -oil for frying
  • 4 hamburger buns , toasted if desired
  • 4 leaves red or green lettuce
  • 2 scallions , sliced thin on bias

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