Tarragon-Mustard Burgers

These Tarragon-Mustard Burgers offer a sophisticated twist on the classic backyard barbecue. By using ground chicken instead of beef, you get a lighter, yet still satisfying protein that soaks up the vibrant flavors of dried tarragon and tomato paste. The real star, however, is the homemade Tarragon-Mustard Sauce. Combining Dijon mustard, butter, tarragon vinegar, and light sour cream, this sauce brings a tangy, creamy richness that cuts through the savory meat perfectly. Served on toasted English muffins with fresh tomato slices, these burgers are an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a unique addition to your summer grill menu.

Cooking Method: Boiling, Grilling

Cuisine: British

Courses: Sauces & Condiments

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 12

Calories: 445.8

Description

These Tarragon-Mustard Burgers offer a sophisticated twist on the classic backyard barbecue. By using ground chicken instead of beef, you get a lighter, yet still satisfying protein that soaks up the vibrant flavors of dried tarragon and tomato paste. The real star, however, is the homemade Tarragon-Mustard Sauce. Combining Dijon mustard, butter, tarragon vinegar, and light sour cream, this sauce brings a tangy, creamy richness that cuts through the savory meat perfectly. Served on toasted English muffins with fresh tomato slices, these burgers are an excellent choice for a quick weeknight dinner or a unique addition to your summer grill menu.

Ingredients

Chicken or turkey, ground
Tomato paste
Tarragon, dried
Tomato slices
English muffins, split & toasted
Butter or margarine
Dijon mustard
Vinegar, tarragon
Sour cream, light
Tarragon, dried
Kosher salt, to taste
Ground black pepper, to taste
Ground red pepper, to taste

Directions

1
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat or preheat your oven broiler.
2
In a medium bowl, combine the ground chicken or turkey, tomato paste, dried tarragon, salt, black pepper, and red pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
3
Form the mixture into 4 equal patties, approximately 1/2-inch thick.
4
Grill or broil the patties for 4 to 6 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and they spring back when lightly touched.
5
Meanwhile, prepare the Tarragon-Mustard Sauce: In the top of a double boiler, blend butter and Dijon mustard over low heat until melted and smooth.
6
Remove the sauce from heat and stir in tarragon vinegar, light sour cream, and dried tarragon.
7
Season the sauce to taste with salt, black pepper, and red pepper. Keep warm.
8
Toast the split English muffins until golden brown.
9
Place a slice of tomato on the bottom half of each muffin, then top with a cooked burger patty.
10
Spoon the warm Tarragon-Mustard sauce over the burgers and top with the muffin lids.
11
Serve immediately, garnished with fresh tarragon sprigs if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12 servings

Amount Per Serving
Calories 445.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.7g40%
Saturated Fat 8.0g40%
Cholesterol 134.2mg45%
Sodium 446.1mg19%
Total Carbohydrate 6.4g3%
Dietary Fiber 1.1g5%
Sugars 1.8g
Protein 41.4g83%

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

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