Thai Turkey Burgers with Crispy Kale

Ingredients

• 1 lb pd of ground turkey 
• 1  eggs lightly beaten
• 2 tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh finely chopped
• 0.5 inch ginger fresh grated peeled
• 1  garlic clove crushed
• 4.5 cups kale 
• 1  lemon zest finely grated
• 1  lemon grass finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon olive oil 
• 0.5  to 5 chilies red seeded finely chopped
• 4  spring onion finely chopped
• 4 servings salt and pepper black
• 4  hamburger buns whole-wheat warmed

Equipment

• bowl
• baking sheet
• oven
• broiler

Directions

1. To make the crispy kale, put the kale into a large bowl and toss with the lemon zest, olive oil, and a little sea salt. Arrange in a single layer on 1 or 2 baking sheets.
2. Place in a preheated oven, at 400°F, for 15–20 minutes, turning halfway through cooking time, until crunchy and crisp.
3. Sprinkle with a little more salt or some sesame seeds, if desired.
4. Meanwhile, put the turkey into a large bowl with the onions, ginger, garlic, lemongrass, chile, and cilantro.
5. Mix well, then season to taste and stir in the egg.
6. Use your hands to shape the mixture into 4 large balls, then press them firmly into patty shapes.
7. Place under a preheated hot broiler and cook for 5 minutes on each side, or until golden and cooked through.
8. Serve in warm whole-wheat buns with crispy kale on the side.
9. Eat Yourself Happy by Gill Paul, Hamlyn 2013, Photo Will Heap.