Get The Blues: Blueberry Turkey Burgers With Blueberry Ketchup [RECIPE]

BAY AREA, CA – You'll want to have the blues with this recipe from the Folsom, CA-based U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council.

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Give this recipe for berry-packed turkey burgers with accompanying blueberry ketchup a try. Enjoy!

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Blueberry Turkey Burgers With Blueberry Ketchup

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground turkey
• 3/4 cup fresh or frozen (unthawed) blueberries
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon minced lemongrass (optional)*
• 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 4 poppy seed hamburger buns
• Lettuce and sliced red onion, optional
• Blueberry Ketchup (recipe follows)

Blueberry Ketchup

• 1-1/2 cups fresh or frozen (unthawed) blueberries
• 1/2 cup minced onion
• 1/4 cup rice wine vinegar
• 1/4 cup dark brown sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 tablespoon pickled ginger (gari) or minced fresh ginger

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine turkey, blueberries, ginger, lemongrass and black pepper; mix well.
2. Form mixture into 4 patties.
3. Brush soy sauce on both sides of burgers.
4. In an oiled skillet over medium-high heat, grill patties until cooked thoroughly, about 4 minutes each side.
5. Serve on buns with lettuce, sliced red onion and blueberry ketchup.

* Peel away woody outer layer from the bottom portion of the lemongrass stalk; mince inner flesh.

Instructions

1. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, onion, vinegar, sugar, ginger and salt.
2. Bring to a simmer; cook about 15-20 minutes, stirring frequently.
3. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
4. Remove to blender or food processor; whirl until smooth.
5. Refrigerate until ready to use.

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Recipe and photo from the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council