Spicy Sausage Patties

These Spicy Sausage Patties offer a lighter, herbaceous twist on traditional breakfast sausage. Ground turkey is blended with roasted poblano chili, fresh cilantro, parsley, and a blend of warm spices like cumin and cloves for a complex flavor profile. The addition of romaine lettuce adds a unique, subtle crunch and freshness. Perfect for a protein-packed weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast, these patties are low in fat but high in flavor. They pair beautifully with eggs, toast, or as part of a hearty breakfast burrito. The mixture can be prepped ahead and refrigerated to let the flavors meld, ensuring every bite is richly seasoned.

Cooking Method: Frying

Cuisine: American

Courses: Breakfast

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 6

Calories: 54.2

Dietary: Gluten-free, Low-fat

Description

These Spicy Sausage Patties offer a lighter, herbaceous twist on traditional breakfast sausage. Ground turkey is blended with roasted poblano chili, fresh cilantro, parsley, and a blend of warm spices like cumin and cloves for a complex flavor profile. The addition of romaine lettuce adds a unique, subtle crunch and freshness. Perfect for a protein-packed weekend brunch or a quick weekday breakfast, these patties are low in fat but high in flavor. They pair beautifully with eggs, toast, or as part of a hearty breakfast burrito. The mixture can be prepped ahead and refrigerated to let the flavors meld, ensuring every bite is richly seasoned.

Ingredients

1 Poblano Chili; roasted, stemmed, seeded, and chopped
1/2 cup Tightly packed fresh cilantro
1/2 cup Tightly packed fresh Italian parsley
1/2 cup Tightly packed romaine lettuce
1 Bay leaf Bay leaf
2 tsp Dried oregano; crushed
1/2 tsp Salt
1/8 tsp Freshly ground pepper
1/8 tsp Ground cumin
1/8 tsp Ground cloves
1 lb Lean ground turkey; (99% fat-free)

Directions

1
In a food processor, combine the roasted poblano chili, cilantro, parsley, romaine lettuce, bay leaf, oregano, salt, pepper, cumin, and cloves.
2
Process the mixture until smooth and well-blended.
3
Scrape the vegetable mixture into a medium-sized bowl.
4
Add the lean ground turkey to the bowl.
5
Using your hands, gently mix the turkey and vegetable mixture until the spices and herbs are evenly distributed throughout the meat.
6
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 4 hours to allow the flavors to meld.
7
Heat a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
8
Remove the mixture from the refrigerator and form it into six 3-inch patties.
9
Place the patties in the skillet and fry for 3 to 5 minutes per side, turning once, until lightly browned and cooked through.
10
Serve the patties immediately while hot.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 54.2kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.8g3%
Saturated Fat 0.7g4%
Cholesterol 18.8mg7%
Sodium 16.2mg1%
Total Carbohydrate 0.0g0%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 8.2g17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Leftover patties can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Reheat in a skillet or microwave until warm.

Make Ahead: You can form the patties and freeze them on a baking sheet before transferring to a freezer bag. Cook from frozen, adding 1-2 minutes to the cook time.

Substitutions: If you do not have roasted poblano chilies, you can use roasted jalapeos for more heat or Anaheim peppers for a milder flavor. Feel-free to adjust the salt and pepper to taste.

Cooking Tip: Ensure the turkey is fully cooked by checking that the internal temperature reaches 165F (74C) with a meat thermometer.

Keywords: breakfast, sausage, turkey, poblano, spicy, patties, low-fat, healthy, herbs, cilantro, oregano, cumin, american, brunch, protein, pan-fried, meal-prep, light, vegetables, homemade

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