Crispy White Cheddar Turkey Burgers with Old Bay Fries and Special Sauce

These aren’t your average burgers. The secret to the incredible texture is forming the ground turkey into balls and pressing them flat in a hot skillet, creating thin patties with irresistibly crispy, craggy edges. Topped with gooey white cheddar and sweet caramelized onions, then tucked into soft potato buns, every bite is a delight.

On the side, crispy fries get a flavorful boost from Old Bay seasoning and a homemade special sauce-a blend of mayo, ketchup and Dijon-adds the perfect tangy finish. This meal is sure to impress your family and friends.

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Ingredients

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup White Cheddar CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Old Bay SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit KetchupView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground BeefView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Potato BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Dijon MustardView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and cut potatoes into 1/2-inch thick fries. Toss with 2 teaspoons oil, Old Bay seasoning, salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
2. While fries bake, thinly slice the onion. Heat 1 teaspoon oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and golden brown, about 8-10 minutes. Stir in sugar and a pinch of salt, then cook 1 more minute. Transfer to a bowl.
3. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup and Dijon mustard to make the special sauce. Set aside.
4. Form ground beef into 2 equal balls. Heat remaining 1 teaspoon oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Place the balls in the skillet and immediately press down firmly with a spatula to flatten into thin patties. Season with salt and pepper. Cook until edges are crispy and browned, about 2-3 minutes per side.
5. In the last minute of cooking, top each patty with shredded white cheddar cheese. Cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese, about 30 seconds.
6. Toast potato buns in the skillet or oven until lightly golden. Spread special sauce on the bottom bun, add the patty with melted cheese, top with caramelized onions and close with the top bun. Serve with Old Bay fries on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground turkey instead of beef?

Yes, ground turkey works well as a substitute. Just be careful not to overcook, as turkey can dry out quickly.

How do I get the patties super thin?

Form the meat into balls and press down firmly with a spatula in a hot skillet. Use a second spatula if needed to flatten evenly.

Can I make the fries ahead of time?

Yes, you can bake the fries in advance and reheat them in a hot oven for a few minutes before serving.