Mexican Cheeseburgers

Name: Mexican Cheeseburgers
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 6 servings
Ingredients: 1 ¼ lb lean ground beef; 1 large egg; ¼ cup cornmeal; ½ cup salsa; ¼ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese; 3 TB canned diced green chilies; ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp onion powder; ½ tsp smoked paprika; ½ tsp cumin; ½ tsp table salt; ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper; Toppings: Fresh guacamole

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Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings
6 servings
Calories
260 kcal
Course
Main Course, Dinner
Cuisine
Mexican-American Fusion

Mexican Cheeseburgers

Iris Warren

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These Mexican Cheeseburgers are supremely packed with big and bold flavors. The flavor is in the meat, so every bite is savory and delicious. Serve with plenty of toppings such as guacamole, salsa, onions, and extra cheese. (Don't skip the cornmeal, which provides tenderness.)

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Ingredients

Servings

1 ¼ lb lean ground beef I use 90%
1 large egg
¼ cup cornmeal
½ cup salsa chunky not runny
¼ cup grated sharp cheddar cheese
3 TB canned diced green chilies drained
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp cumin
½ tsp table salt
¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper
Toppings: Fresh guacamole grilled onions, cheddar cheese slices, tomatoes, lettuce, extra salsa

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Instructions

In a large bowl, using wooden spatula, mix all ingredients together (take care not to over handle.)
Shape into 4 or 6 patties; grill to desired doneness. Medium is recommended.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 260kcal (13%) Carbohydrates 8g (3%) Protein 20g (40%) Fat 16g (25%) Saturated Fat 7g (35%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 7g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 69mg (23%) Sodium 460mg (19%) Potassium 389mg (11%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 1g (2%) Vitamin A 291IU (6%) Vitamin C 3mg (3%) Calcium 61mg (6%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 6servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 260 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	260kcal	13%
Carbohydrates	8g	3%
Protein	20g	40%
Fat	16g	25%
Saturated Fat	7g	35%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	7g	35%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	69mg	23%
Sodium	460mg	19%
Potassium	389mg	8%
Fiber	1g	4%
Sugar	1g	2%
Vitamin A	291IU	6%
Vitamin C	3mg	3%
Calcium	61mg	6%
Iron	3mg	17%