Baked Fennel Turkey Sausage Patties
These fennel turkey sausage patties are so hearty. Try this recipe if you're looking for a very filling patty recipe.
Equipment
Large rimmed baking sheet
Parchment paper or non-stick cooking spray
Large mixing bowl
Instant-read thermometer
Wire cooling rack (optional, for crispier bottoms)
Ingredients
1 pound ground turkey - minced turkey, about 450g
1 teaspoon fennel seeds- 1 teaspoon dried rubbed sage
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground cloves
⅛ teaspoon nutmeg
⅛ teaspoon allspice- 1 can non-stick cooking spray - for the baking sheet
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375°F / 190°C (170°C fan-forced). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper or spray with non-stick cooking spray.1 can non-stick cooking spray
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey with all of the spices. Mix gently by hand until the seasonings are just evenly distributed — avoid overworking the meat or the patties will become dense.1 pound ground turkey, 1 teaspoon fennel seeds, 1 teaspoon dried rubbed sage, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, 1 teaspoon ground black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves, 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg, 1/8 teaspoon allspice
- Divide the mixture into 12 equal portions (about 1.3 oz / 37g each). Shape each portion into a patty roughly ½ inch (1.3cm) thick and place on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
- Bake for 20 minutes, flipping the patties halfway through at the 10-minute mark. The patties are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) on an instant-read thermometer.
Notes
Storage: Refrigerate cooked patties in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2 minutes per side.
Freezer-friendly: Freeze in a single layer on a baking sheet until solid (about 1 hour), then transfer to a zip-top bag. Keeps for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the fridge before reheating.
Make-ahead: Mix the seasoned turkey the night before and refrigerate overnight — the spices penetrate the meat more deeply and improve flavour.
Substitution: Ground chicken works in place of ground turkey with nearly identical results. Adjust salt to taste as some ground chicken brands contain added sodium.
Pro tip: Mix by hand just until the spices are evenly distributed. Overworking the meat makes patties dense and rubbery once baked.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 45kcalCarbohydrates: 0.4gProtein: 9gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.3gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 21mgSodium: 214mgPotassium: 121mgFiber: 0.2gSugar: 0.02gVitamin A: 49IUVitamin C: 0.2mgCalcium: 6mgIron: 0.5mg
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