Caribbean Turkey Burgers with Honey Pineapple Chutney

• Honey Pineapple Chutney :
• 1 Ripe fresh pineapple, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 1 Large sweet onion, peeled and sliced 1/2-inch thick
• 1-1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1/3 cup honey
• 1/4 Cup red wine vinegar
• 1 Tablespoon grated orange peel
• 1 Tablespoon peeled and grated fresh ginger root
• 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
• 1/4 Cup red bell pepper, seeded and minced
• Turkey Burgers :
• 1-1/4 Pounds GROUND TURKEY, extra lean
• 1/2 Cup Honey Pineapple Chutney
• 1-1/2 Teaspoons Jamaican jerk seasoning
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 4

Preparation

1. Honey Pineapple Chutney :
2. Brush pineapple and onion slices with 1-1/2 tablespoons oil.
3. Using the direct grill method, grill for about 5 minutes per side over medium-high heat or until lightly charred; remove and let cool slightly. Discard tough pineapple core.
4. Finely chop pineapple and onion and place in a medium saucepan with honey, vinegar, orange peel, ginger and allspice; stir well.
5. Bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer, covered for 45 minutes. Add minced bell pepper and cook for 10 minutes more; let cool.
6. Turkey Burgers :
7. In a medium bowl, stir together the ground turkey, 1/2 cup honey pineapple chutney, jerk seasoning and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper.
8. Shape into 4 large flat patties and brush each with 1/2 teaspoon oil.
9. Using the direct grill method, grill burgers over medium coals for 5 to 8 minutes per side or until cooked to an internal temperature of 165 degrees F.
10. Serve on toasted buns lined with lettuce leaves. Place a heaping spoonful of chutney on top of each burger.

Source: National Turkey Federation