Green Chile Cheeseburger
Indulge in a culinary journey to the Southwest with this spicy and flavorful Green Chile Cheeseburger. Inspired by the green chile movement of New Mexico, this burger is a fiery fusion of rich, seasoned beef, zesty green chiles, and molten pepper jack cheese. The aromatic blend of cumin, smoked paprika, and chile powder infuses the beef with a Mexican flair, complemented by the creamy mayo, fresh tomatoes, and a selection of your preferred toppings, all enveloped in a golden, toasted brioche bun. This recipe serves three, promising a mouthwatering experience with each bite!
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Equipment
- Grill or Skillet
- Mixing Bowl
- Small dish
- Toasting rack
- Lid or tinfoil
Ingredients
For the Beef:
- 1 lb ground beef 80/20 fat content
- ⅜ tsp cumin
- ⅜ tsp chile powder
- ⅜ tsp garlic powder
- ⅜ tsp smoked paprika
- ⅜ tsp salt
For the Cheeseburger:
- 3 slices pepper jack cheese
- 3 tbsp green chiles
- 3 brioche buns
- 1½ tbsp mayo
Instructions
Prepare Seasoning Mix:
- Mix cumin, chile powder, salt, garlic powder, and smoked paprika in a small dish.⅜ tsp cumin, ⅜ tsp chile powder, ⅜ tsp garlic powder, ⅜ tsp salt, ⅜ tsp smoked paprika
Shape the Patties:
- Form the meat into patties, creating a dent in the middle of each.1 lb ground beef
- Season all sides with the seasoning mix.
- Set aside.
Cook the Patties:
- Grill or heat a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook each patty for a few minutes on each side, flipping once, until done to your liking.
Melt the Cheese:
- Once the meat is cooked, remove from heat.
- Add 2 slices of pepper jack cheese to each patty.3 slices pepper jack cheese
- Cover with a lid or tinfoil to let the residual heat melt the cheese.
Add Green Chiles:
- Once the cheese starts to soften, add green chiles on top of each burger.3 tbsp green chiles
- Put the lid back on.
Prepare the Bun:
- Toast the brioche buns, being careful not to burn them.3 brioche buns
- Smear each interior side with mayo.1½ tbsp mayo
Assemble the Burger:
- Place the patty on the bottom of the bun.
- Top with tomatoes and any other desired toppings.Tomato, Onion, Avocado, Lettuce
- Add the top half of the brioche bun.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
If the green hatch chiles are too spicy, feel free to cook them on the griddle next to the burger to release some of their heat, or mix them with some mild salsa verde to suit your palate.
Nutrition
Calories: 680kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 32gFat: 42gSaturated Fat: 16gCholesterol: 135mgSodium: 960mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6g
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