Burger:
1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1 1/2 lbs ground turkey
1/2 cup finely grated Gruyere cheese
4 green onions, chopped
1/4 cup dried breadcrumbs
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
6 ciabatta buns
Basil Aioli:
1/2 cup good quality mayonnaise
2-3 tbsp fresh basil, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
In a medium bowl, use a fork to gently combine the turkey with the Gruyere, green onions, breadcrumbs, Dijon mustard, and garlic; season generously with salt and pepper. Divide the mixture evenly into 6 1-inch thick patties.
Grilling: Heat grill to high and lightly oil the grates. Place the patties on the hottest part of the grill; sear until browned, 1 to 2 minutes per side. Move the patties to the cooler part of the grill; continue grilling until cooked through 5-10 minutes per side.
Frying pan: In a large non-stick skillet, heat 1-2 tbsp of olive oil over medium heat. Place the burgers in the pan with a lid on and cook 7-8 minutes per side.
Split the burger buns and toast on the grill or under the broiler for a minute or two. Mix up the aioli in a small bowl and top one side of the bun with the mixture. Lay a turkey burger over the aioli and top with your favorite burger toppings: lettuce, tomato, thinly sliced onion, pickles, cheese, etc.
