These savory breakfast patties are proof that a satisfying morning meal doesn't require a lot of fuss or a long ingredient list. Ground turkey gets seasoned with sage, crushed fennel seeds, smoked paprika, and garlic powder — a classic sausage-spice lineup that delivers serious flavor without any fillers, binders, or mystery additives you'd find in a store-bought link. The smoked paprika adds a subtle depth that makes these taste far more complex than the prep time would suggest. A quick sear in avocado oil gives each patty a deep golden crust that's genuinely hard to resist straight out of the pan. Because every ingredient here is whole and straightforward, you never have to second-guess what's in your breakfast — no shared-facility concerns, no label-reading required. They're great alongside eggs, tucked into a lettuce wrap, or honestly just eaten on their own while standing at the stove.
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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.
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and press each into a round patty about 1/2 inch thick.
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