Blueberry Turkey Sausage Breakfast Patties Recipe
Blueberry Turkey Sausage Breakfast Patties combine lean ground turkey with aromatic herbs, warming spices, and bursts of fresh blueberries for a unique, flavorful morning meal. These patties are lightly seasoned, pan-cooked to perfection, and provide a healthy, protein-rich start to your day with a subtle sweet twist from the maple syrup and blueberries.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 8 patties
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Meat and Main Ingredients
- 1 pound 93% lean ground turkey (do not use extra lean)
Seasonings and Spices
- 2 garlic cloves, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon fresh chopped sage (about 4 medium sage leaves)
- ½ teaspoon dried thyme
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon allspice
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- ¾ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Additional Ingredients
- ⅓ cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 teaspoon coconut oil or olive oil (for cooking)
Instructions
- Prepare the Mixture: In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground turkey with finely minced garlic, pure maple syrup, chopped sage, dried thyme, ground cumin, ground ginger, allspice, cayenne pepper, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix these ingredients thoroughly until well blended to evenly distribute the herbs and spices throughout the meat.
- Add Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh or frozen blueberries into the turkey mixture. Be careful to not crush the blueberries too much to preserve their shape and natural sweetness within the patties.
- Form Patties: Using your hands, shape the mixture into small breakfast-sized patties, about 8 patties total. Ensure they are uniform in size to allow even cooking.
- Heat the Skillet: Place a non-stick skillet or frying pan over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of coconut oil or olive oil. Allow the oil to heat until it shimmers slightly but does not smoke.
- Cook Patties: Add the patties to the hot skillet carefully, leaving space between each. Cook the patties for about 4 to 5 minutes on one side without moving them to form a crust, then flip and cook for another 4 to 5 minutes on the other side until golden brown and fully cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F/74°C).
- Serve Warm: Once cooked, transfer the patties to a warm plate and let them rest for a couple of minutes. Serve these flavorful blueberry turkey sausage patties warm for breakfast alongside your favorite sides.
Notes
- Use 93% lean ground turkey to retain moisture; extra lean can make patties dry.
- Fresh sage adds vibrant flavor, but dried sage can substitute if fresh is unavailable.
- Carefully fold in blueberries to avoid breaking them and coloring the meat mixture too much.
- Cooking on medium heat prevents burning while ensuring the patties are cooked through.
- Check internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure safe consumption.
- Make extra patties and refrigerate or freeze for quick breakfast options later.
