30-Minute Teriyaki Turkey Sliders
Eight juicy ground turkey patties glazed with a buttery hoisin coating, topped with bright pineapple-tomato salsa and creamy guacamole on toasted slider buns. The sweet-savory teriyaki glaze and tropical fruit salsa balance the lean turkey, making these sliders ideal for casual weeknight dinners, summer entertaining, or game day gatherings. This version combines Asian-inspired flavors with fresh pineapple and cilantro for a modern take on classic sliders.
Ingredients
- ¾ cup fresh pineapple, finely chopped
- ½ cup tomato, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
- 20 ounce lean ground turkey
- ½ cup onion, finely chopped
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground ginger
- ¼ teaspoon pepper
- 2 tablespoon butter, melted
- 2 tablespoon hoisin sauce
- 8 slider buns, split and toasted
- ½ cup prepared guacamolemayonnaise1:1dairy-free alt
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Instructions
- 1
Combine pineapple, tomato, and cilantro in a bowl; set aside.
- 2
Mix ground turkey, onion, salt, ginger, and pepper in another bowl. Form into eight patties.
- 3
Whisk melted butter and hoisin together in a small bowl.
- 4
Heat a 12-inch nonstick skillet over medium heat.
- 5
Place patties in skillet and cook until browned. Flip, brush with half the butter mixture, and cook. Flip again, brush with remaining mixture, and continue cooking until internal temperature reaches 165F and no pink remains in center.
- 6
Spread guacamole onto bottom half of each bun. Top with burger and pineapple salsa. Serve immediately.
Tips
Form patties with slightly wet hands and create a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up during cooking.
Don't press down on patties while cooking; this releases juices and dries out the lean turkey meat.
Toast buns lightly before assembling for better texture and to prevent sogginess from the salsa.
Good to Know
Cooked turkey patties keep refrigerated for up to 3 days. Pineapple salsa (without guacamole) keeps for 2 days. Assemble just before serving.
Form patties up to 4 hours ahead and refrigerate. Prepare salsa the morning of serving. Cook patties just before assembling.
Serve immediately after assembly while patties are warm and buns are still toasted. Pair with cold beverages or light sides like cucumber salad.
Common Mistakes
Don't flip patties excessively; cook through with minimal handling to keep them tender.
Don't skip the indent in the center; this prevents the lean meat from doming and cooking unevenly.
Don't assemble ahead; warm burgers will make buns soggy and guacamole will brown.
Substitutions
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General Alternatives
FAQ
Can I make these ahead and reheat?
Cook patties fully and refrigerate up to 3 days. Reheat gently in a 300F oven for 5-7 minutes until warm through. Assemble immediately before serving with fresh salsa and guacamole.
What if I don't have hoisin sauce?
Mix soy sauce with honey or brown sugar in a 3:1 ratio. Alternatively, use teriyaki sauce or a combination of soy sauce, ginger, and garlic for similar sweet-savory depth.
How long can I keep the pineapple salsa?
Keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Don't add guacamole to the salsa until just before serving, as it will brown quickly and the mixture becomes watery.