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Deep Fried Turkey Burger

By: D. Durand Worthey  »  Updated: April 7, 2023  »   View our disclosure policy

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Whip up these loaded deep-fried turkey burgers for a weeknight dinner or weekend treat. This is an easy turkey burger that is dipped in a potato batter and then deep-fried in oil. Place on a bun, pile on your favorite burger toppings. 

Loaded Deep Fried Turkey Burger

Loaded Deep Fried Turkey Burger

For this holiday meal idea, I made Deep Fried Turkey Burgers and paired them with the 2018 Decoy Limited Cabernet Sauvignon. Why burgers? Our goal was to create easy to prepare foods that bring us joy, and burgers were an easy choice. For beef burgers, go with the Decoy Limited Cabernet Sauvignon because the pronounced tannins pairs well with the beef burgers and smoked gouda. 

a bottle of Decoy Wine

However, we enjoyed the 2018 Decoy California Pinot Noir with our turkey burgers; the lighter acidity complemented the turkey burger and the melted Swiss cheese.

If you love burgers, you’ll love our burgers even better because we deep-fried them with a potato batter until they were golden brown. Finish the deep-fried turkey burgers in the oven at 350 for fifteen minutes for the perfect juicy burger with a crispy coating! 

photo of a deep fried burger on a bun with lettuce and tomatoes

What Is A Deep Fried Turkey Burger 

A deep-fried turkey burger is a seasoned ground turkey patty that is then dredged in a potato batter and then deep-fried in oil. This is a simple way to dress up a burger. 

how to deep fry a turkey burger

How long do you deep fry a burger?

You will deep fry the burgers for a few minutes until they are golden brown in color. Remove and place on a baking sheet and you will finish them off in the oven. 

You will bake the turkey battered burgers for 15 minutes or until the internal temperature of the ground turkey reaches 165 degrees. 

how to store a turkey burger

How to store leftover deep-fried burgers? 

Like any deep-fried food, you will find it is best served fresh and warm. If you don’t eat all your burgers right away, you can store them in an airtight container for 2-3 days in the fridge. 

Then to eat, what I recommend doing is heating it up in the skillet to help provide that crispy outside. Or if you want to reheat it fast, go ahead and toss it in the microwave. 

toppings for a turkey burger

Topping Ideas For Turkey Burgers 

  • Lettuce 
  • Cheese – smoked gouda, Swiss, Mozzarella, Pepperjack, etc
  • Tomatoes 
  • Onions 
  • Mayo, Mustard, Ketchup, BBQ sauce, etc 
  • Etc 

You can make a simple burger or complex with all your favorite toppings. The choice is up to you on how you like to eat a hamburger. 

Turkey Burger on a bun

Potato Batter Recipe

Ingredients

  • 1 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black peppercorns
  • 1/2 cup mashed potatoes
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 cup seltzer water

Directions:

  1. In a bowl, add the flour and seasonings and mix.
  2. In a separate bowl, add the mashed potatoes, egg, and seltzer water and mix well.
  3. Fold the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients mix until the batter is pancake batter consistency. 

If you love beer-batter recipes, be sure to try:

  • Deep-Fried Salmon Sliders Made With Beer Batter
  • Recipe for Steak Fries Using Beer Batter

 

How to make Deep Fried Turkey Burgers

How to make Deep Fried Turkey Burgers

8 Servings

Ingredients:

  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or garlic granules
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black peppercorns
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour, reserved
  • 4 cup canola or vegetable oil

Directions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, add the ground turkey, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, and all of the seasonings and mix well.
  2. Use a food scale, weigh the turkey mixture at 0.25 ounces or 1/4 pound, and form it into a pattie. 
  3.  Add the oil to a deep fryer and heat the oil to 350°F.
  4. Carefully dredge each turkey patties through the flour and shake off any excess flour.
  5. Place flour-dusted turkey patties on a large platter or sheet pan.
  6. Dip turkey patties into the potato batter (recipe up above) and carefully place them into the hot oil.
  7. Shake the baskets to make sure the patties don’t stick to the bottom of the basket—Cook one or two at a time.
  8. Cook until the batter is golden brown.
  9. Use a slotted spoon to remove the patties and place them on a plate or platter lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. 
  10. Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the deep-fried turkey burgers on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and finish them in the oven for 15 minutes. The internal temp of the turkey burgers should read 165 °F using an instant-read thermometer.
  11. Serve on a toasted brioche bun with your favorite toppings. 

To serve, pile on the usual suspects like fresh lettuce, red onions, tomato, smoked gouda, or Swiss cheese onto a toasted brioche bun. I Slathered on mayo and mustard because, for me, they’re a must on a burger! 

Alternative to Seltzer Water 

If you don’t happen to have seltzer water or don’t want to buy it for this recipe, you can use bottled water and lemon juice. Add one tablespoon of lemon juice to 1 cup of water. 

Mix and then use in the recipe as directed. The acid in the lemon juice will be similar to seltzer water. 

turkey burger cut in two with fries and wine

Variations And Tips For Fried Turkey Burgers 

  • You can use any Creole-style seasoning if you don’t have old bay seasoning. 
  • If you don’t have fresh mashed potatoes you could use instant potatoes. It will alter the flavor a bit. 
  • You could even make this recipe with ground beef instead of turkey. 
  • You can also use peanut oil for frying if you don’t have canola or vegetable on hand. It is important to have oil that can handle higher heat without smoking. 

top down photo of a turkey burger with fries

Want More Burger Ideas

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how to deep fry a turkey burger

Deep Fried Turkey Burger

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Calories: 1339kcal
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 pounds ground turkey
  • 2 eggs
  • 2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 tsp garlic powder or garlic granules
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp freshly cracked black peppercorns
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour reserved
  • 4 cup canola or vegetable oil

Instructions

  • In a large mixing bowl, add the ground turkey, eggs, Worcestershire sauce, and all of the seasonings and mix well.
  • Use a food scale, weigh the turkey mixture at 0.25 ounces or 1/4 pound, and form it into a pattie. 
  •  Add the oil to a deep fryer and heat the oil to 350°F.
  • Carefully dredge each turkey patties through the flour and shake off any excess flour.
  • Place flour-dusted turkey patties on a large platter or sheet pan.
  • Dip turkey patties into the potato batter (recipe up above) and carefully place them into the hot oil.
  • Shake the baskets to make sure the patties don’t stick to the bottom of the basket—Cook one or two at a time.
  • Cook until the batter is golden brown.
  • Use a slotted spoon to remove the patties and place them on a plate or platter lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. 
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F. Arrange the deep-fried turkey burgers on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper and finish them in the oven for 15 minutes.
  • The internal temp of the turkey burgers should read 165 °F using an instant-read thermometer.
  • Serve on a toasted brioche bun with your favorite toppings. 

Notes

To serve, pile on the usual suspects like fresh lettuce, red onions, tomato, smoked gouda, or Swiss cheese onto a toasted brioche bun. I Slathered on mayo and mustard because, for me, they’re a must on a burger! 

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 1339kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 32g | Fat: 130g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 109g | Trans Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 167mg | Sodium: 387mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g
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  1. Ivory says

    February 23, 2021 at 11:18 am

    Hello Derrick, your turkey burger looks amazingly yummy. I can almost taste it. Thanks for sharing

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    • T Worthey says

      February 25, 2021 at 8:45 pm

      Thank you, Ivory for stopping by! It is delicious- hope you give it a try!

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