Macadamia Free Paleo Turkey Breakfast Sausage Patties
Mornings get a serious upgrade when you have a stack of these golden, herb-seasoned turkey patties waiting in the skillet. The combination of sage, crushed fennel seeds, and smoked paprika gives each patty a deeply savory, almost diner-style flavor that feels indulgent without relying on anything processed or off-limits. Ground turkey keeps things lean while still delivering a satisfying, meaty bite ā and avocado oil helps build that gorgeous, caramelized crust you want on a breakfast sausage. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, there's no need to scrutinize store-bought sausage labels for hidden fillers, additives, or nut-derived oils that can sneak into commercial blends. The technique is simple: mix gently, press into patties, and let the hot pan do the work until each side is deep golden brown and cooked through to 165Ā°F. These come together in one skillet with minimal cleanup, making them just as practical on a busy weekday as they are for a leisurely weekend breakfast spread.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tsp dried sage
- Ā½ tsp fennel seeds, lightly crushed
- Ā½ tsp smoked paprika
- Ā½ tsp garlic powder
- Ā¼ tsp onion powder
- Ā¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- Ā¾ tsp kosher salt
- Ā¼ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ground turkey, sage, fennel seeds, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper in a large mixing bowl. Mix with your hands until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat, about 30 seconds ā do not overwork.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and press each into a round patty about 1/2 inch thick.
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