May Wine of the Month--La Marouette Pinot Noir paired with Thai Curry Turkey Burgers

Serves 4

Ingredients: 

A medium bodied bright red wine with aromas of lightly sweet cherry, blackberry and  a smooth finish. 

A medium bodied bright red wine with aromas of lightly sweet cherry, blackberry and  a smooth finish. 

  • 1 lb. ground turkey 
  • 2 tbsp red thai curry paste
  • safflower oil 
  • salt & pepper
  • 1 medium lime
  • 2/3 cup mayo 
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced

Additional toppings of your choice: 

  • 4 burger buns 
  • Sliced tomato 
  • Sliced Avocado 
  • Cheese
  • Lettuce

Directions: 

  • In a medium bowl, using your hands, gently mix the turkey, curry paste, and 1/4 tsp each of salt and pepper. 
  • Form mixture into 4 1/2-inch thick patties
  • Oil pan, cook patties for 12-15 minutes, flipping once.  If using cheese, put slice of cheese on the patty for the last couple minutes.
  • While the burgers are cooking make the dressing—in a small bowl, mix 1 tsp lime zest, about 1 tbsp lime juice, mayo, 1/4 tsp salt, and cilantro. 
  • Serve burgers with cilantro lime dressing, toppings of choice, and a glass of La Maroutte Pinot Noir