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Skillet Turkey Sausage Patties

Skillet Turkey Sausage Patties

20 min — Easy — American

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Skillet Turkey Sausage Patties
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Skillet Turkey Sausage Patties

Ground turkey, rubbed sage, and a hint of warm ginger come together to create a lean alternative to traditional pork sausage. You'll love how easily this mixture shapes into small patties that pan-fry to a beautiful golden brown. They're packed with classic breakfast flavor but feel much lighter than the store-bought versions. Serve them alongside eggs and toast for a hearty morning meal that won't leave you feeling weighed down.

Prep
10 min
Cook
10 min
Total
20 min
Servings
4
Course
Breakfast
Cuisine
American
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Difficulty
Easy
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Cost
Budget
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Spice
Mild

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Stovetop

Ingredients

  • 1 pound of lean ground turkey
  • 1/2 teaspoon of rubbed sage
  • 1/4 teaspoon of ground ginger
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  1. 1Place the ground turkey in a large mixing bowl and sprinkle in the rubbed sage, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Mix everything together until just combined. Overmixing can make the meat tough.
  2. 2Divide the seasoned turkey mixture evenly and use your hands to form eight patties, making each about two inches wide.
  3. 3Spray a large skillet with cooking spray and set it over medium heat. Add the patties and cook for 4 to 6 minutes on each side until they're browned and the juices run clear.

Notes

  • Make ahead: Mix the meat and spices up to a day in advance and store in the fridge until you're ready to cook.
  • Storage: Keep leftover cooked patties in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Freezing: Freeze raw or cooked patties between layers of parchment paper for up to 3 months.
  • Tip: Wet your hands slightly before shaping the patties so the meat doesn't stick to your fingers.

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Nora Visser, Editor at OneTapRecipes
Nora Visser
Editor, OneTapRecipes
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