Turkey Sausage With Sweet Potato

A comforting and healthy dish, combining ground turkey and sweet potato into delicious, savory patties.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 30

Total Time 50

Servings: 12 patties

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Main Ingredients

1 medium to large sweet potato Provides natural sweetness; can be substituted with squash.
1 lb ground turkey Lean protein; can substitute with chicken or beef.
1 clove grated garlic Adds flavor; fresh or jarred works.
1 medium white onion Finely diced; shallots can be used as alternative.
1 teaspoon mixed dried herbs e.g., Italian blend; customize based on preference.
⅔ teaspoon sea salt Adjust based on dietary preferences.
½ teaspoon white pepper You can use black pepper as well.
1 teaspoon turmeric powder Optional; omit if not preferred.
a pinch nutmeg Optional; substitute with cinnamon if desired.
2 tablespoons tapioca flour or cassava flour Helps bind ingredients; can substitute with regular flour.

Preparation

Precook the sweet potato by boiling cubed sweet potato in a pot with boiling water and ½ teaspoon of salt for 10-12 minutes until soft. Strain and set aside to cool.
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Making the Patties

In a bowl, mash enough sweet potato to pack tightly into 1 cup. Combine it with ground turkey, garlic, onion, dried herbs, salt, white pepper, turmeric, and nutmeg.
Add tapioca or cassava flour and mix thoroughly to thicken the batter slightly.
Line a flat roasting tray with baking paper and brush lightly with oil. Wet hands, roll the mixture into small patties, and place evenly on the tray.
Bake the patties for 25-30 minutes without turning until browned on the bottom and golden on top.
Allow the patties to cool before transferring to a container for refrigeration.

Serve warm with greens or wrapped in tortillas. Can store in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze both uncooked or cooked patties.