Description
A spicy and savory burger featuring ground beef mixed with jalapeños and topped with melted cheddar cheese, perfect for family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2–3 fresh jalapeños, finely chopped
- 1 cup cheddar cheese, shredded
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- 1 onion, finely chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- 1 tsp paprika
- Lettuce, tomato, and condiments for topping
Instructions
- Prepare the jalapeños: Remove the stems and seeds, then dice finely.
- Mix the meat: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, jalapeños, garlic, onion, salt, pepper, and paprika without overworking the mixture.
- Form patties: Divide the mixture into equal portions and shape them into patties with a slight indentation in the center.
- Preheat the grill or skillet and cook the patties for about 4–5 minutes on each side, adding cheese on top a minute before they finish cooking.
- Toast the buns on the grill or in the skillet until golden and crisp.
- Assemble the burgers with toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
Let the patties rest for a few minutes before serving to keep them juicy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: burger, jalapeño, grilling, family recipe, summer meals