Description
A delicious Jalapeño Burger featuring spicy peppers, juicy beef, and melted cheese, perfect for gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80% lean)
- 2–3 fresh jalapeños, sliced
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- 4 slices melting cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
- Lettuce, sliced tomatoes, onions (for topping)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional: garlic powder, smoked paprika
Instructions
- Prepare the jalapeños: Slice the fresh jalapeños and remove seeds for a milder flavor, if desired.
- Form the patties: Mix ground beef with salt, pepper, and seasonings. Form patties slightly larger than buns.
- Grill the patties: Preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes on one side before flipping.
- Add cheese: Top the burger patty with a slice of cheese after flipping. Cover to melt the cheese.
- Toast the buns: Toast your buns on the grill or in a skillet until golden brown.
- Assemble: On the bottom bun, place lettuce, the patty with melted cheese, jalapeños, and your favorite toppings.
- Serve: Enjoy immediately with sides like fries or salad.
Notes
Let burgers rest for a few minutes after cooking for juicier results. Balance toppings to enhance flavors.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 15
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 500mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: Jalapeño Burger, Grilled Burger, Spicy Burger, Beef Burger, Summer Recipes