MSG Free Paleo Turkey Breakfast Sausage Patties
Breakfast sausage from a package almost always comes loaded with preservatives, fillers, and flavor enhancers you didn't ask for — which makes mornings trickier than they should be. This homemade version skips all of that entirely, relying on a well-seasoned blend of ground turkey and pantry spices to deliver serious flavor without anything hidden in the mix. Smoked paprika, fennel seeds, and dried sage do the heavy lifting here, giving each patty that classic savory-sweet sausage character you crave first thing in the morning. A touch of avocado oil in the skillet helps build a deep golden crust that makes these look and taste like something from a proper diner. The technique is straightforward — mix, press, sear — and the whole process is hands-on for only a few minutes before the pan takes over. They're satisfying enough to anchor a full breakfast plate or simple enough to grab on a busy weekday morning.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground turkey
- 1 tsp dried sage
- ½ tsp fennel seeds, lightly crushed
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¾ tsp kosher salt
- ¼ 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 — 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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