🌶️ Tex-Mex Burger Fiesta

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Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 12 minutes

Total Time: 27 minutes Servings: 4 burgers



🛒 Ingredients:

For the Burger Patties:

  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (80/20)

  • 1 tsp chili powder


  • ½ tsp ground cumin

  • ½ tsp smoked paprika

  • ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

  • 1 garlic clove, minced

  • Salt & pepper to taste

For the Toppings:

  • 4 slices pepper jack cheese

  • 1 avocado, sliced

  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced

  • ½ cup pico de gallo or salsa

  • ¼ cup pickled jalapeños

  • ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves

  • Lettuce or arugula (optional)

For the Chipotle Mayo:

  • ½ cup mayonnaise

  • 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce (finely chopped)

  • 1 tsp lime juice

  • Pinch of garlic powder

To Serve:

  • 4 brioche or sesame burger buns, toasted

👨‍🍳 Instructions:

  1. Make the Chipotle Mayo:
    In a small bowl, mix mayo, chipotle pepper, lime juice, and garlic powder. Chill in the fridge until ready to serve.

  2. Prepare the Burger Patties:
    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 equal patties, slightly larger than your buns (they'll shrink when cooking).

  3. Grill or Pan-Fry:
    Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for about 4–5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. During the last minute, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and cover to melt.

  4. Toast the Buns:
    Lightly butter the buns and toast them cut-side-down on the grill or skillet until golden.

  5. Assemble the Burgers:
    Spread chipotle mayo on the bottom bun, layer with lettuce, burger patty, avocado slices, red onion, jalapeños, pico de gallo, and cilantro. Top with the other half of the bun.

🍔 Nutrition (Per Burger):

Calories: 620
Protein: 32g
Fat: 42g
Carbs: 28g
Fiber: 5g

🌟 Tips & Serving Suggestions:

  • Swap beef for ground turkey or a plant-based patty for a lighter option.

  • Add a fried egg on top for extra richness.

  • Serve with sweet potato fries or grilled corn on the side.

  • For a low-carb version, serve the burger in lettuce wraps instead of a bun.



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