Taco Burgers
Taco Burgers are the perfect easy weeknight meal or a fun way to make a backyard BBQ a little spicier! You can even prepare your burger patties ahead of time and freeze them so they ready for you when the craving hits.
Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 pound ground beef 20/80 preferred
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
- 4 large kaiser rolls
- 1 avocado thinly sliced
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 cup pico de gallo
- 2 tablespoons pickled jalapenos
Direction
- In a small bowl, mix the 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, 1/2 teaspoon onion powder, 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper, 2 teaspoons cumin, 1/2 teaspoons fine sea salt1 teaspoon black pepper 2 teaspoons ground coriander, Set aside. *See note
- In a large bowl, tear apart the 1 pound ground beef into smaller bits. Toss gently with the spice mix (or taco seasoning).
- Divide the ground beef into fourths. Hand form 4 large patties and then make a well in the center of each. Evenly divide hot sauce on the tops of each patty. Arrange on a plate and place into the freezer for 10-30 minutes.
- Heat the grill to medium-high heat. Grill the hamburger patties for 2-3 minutes per side on direct heat, then remove to indirect heat until desired doneness. For the last minute, add a slice of pepper jack cheese to each patty.
- Remove from the grill and allow to rest for 5 minutes before assembling.
- To build the burger, place the patty on a Kaiser Roll, top with pico de gallo, avocado, sour cream and jalapenos.
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