Thai Turkey Burgers With Crispy Kale

• 1 lb ground turkey thigh meat
• 4 scallions, finely chopped
• 1/2 inch piece of fresh ginger root, peeled and grated
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 lemongrass stalk, outer leaves removed and core finely chopped
• 1/2 red chile, seeded and finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 egg, lightly beaten
• 4 whole-wheat buns, warmed
• sea salt and black pepper
• 4 1/2 cups bite-size kale pieces
• finely grated zest of 1 lemon
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• sesame seeds, for sprinkling (optional)

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 400u0b0F, for 15-20 minutes, turning halfway through cooking time, until crunchy and crisp. Sprinkle with a little more salt or some sesame seeds, if desired.
3. Meanwhile, put the turkey into a large bowl with the onions, ginger, garlic, lemongrass, chile, and cilantro. Mix well, then season to taste and stir in the egg.
4. Use your hands to shape the mixture into 4 large balls, then press them firmly into patty shapes. Place under a preheated hot broiler and cook for 5 minutes on each side, or until golden and cooked through. Serve in warm whole-wheat buns with crispy kale on the side.

ground turkey thigh meat, scallions, ginger root, garlic, outer, red chile, fresh cilantro, egg, buns, salt, bitesize kale pieces, lemon, olive oil, sesame seeds

Taken from www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/thai-turkey-burgers-with-crispy-kale-51218010 (may not work)