Mojo Beef Burgers with Tequila-Lime Aioli
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5.0
69 reviews
Excellent
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 burgers
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Calories
904 kcal
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Course
Main Course
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Cuisine
South American, American
Mojo Beef Burgers with Tequila-Lime Aioli
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This festive gourmet burger recipe, infused with citrusy Mojo Sauce, are perfect for warm-weather cooking! The recipe makes more aioli than you need for the burgers, but we like extra alongside for dipping fries or chips.
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Ingredients
Burgers
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed orange juice
- 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
- 1 teaspoon finely grated lime zest
- 2 garlic cloves , minced
- 1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin (depending on how prominent a cumin flavor you like; I use 1/8 teaspoon)
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly-ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
- 1 lice farmhouse white bread , crusts removed, bread torn into small pieces (about 1/2 cup)
- 1-1/2 pounds ground chuck (80%/20%)
Tequila-Lime Aioli
- 1 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons sour cream
- 2 teaspoons grated lime zest
- 1 small garlic clove , minced
- 1 tablespoon tequila
To serve
- 1 large yellow onion , sliced 1/2-inch thick
- 1 avocado , halved and sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 4 lices manchego cheese , Swiss, or Cheddar
- 4 brioche-style hamburger buns
- olive oil , for brushing
Instructions
Make Burgers
- In a mixing bowl, stir together orange and lime juices, zests, garlic, cumin, oregano, kosher salt, pepper, and cilantro. Make a "panade" by adding torn bread pieces to the sauce. Stir to combine and let stand 5 minutes. Mash the soaked bread with the back of a spoon until the mixture is a paste-like consistency. Mix in ground beef until the panade is fully distributed (for tender burgers, don't over-mix).
- Divide meat into 6-ounce portions and shape into 1/2-inch thick patties. (I use a burger press). Use your knuckles to make a slight indentation in the center of each patty for even cooking.
Grill
- Heat grill over high heat. Oil grates or line with a non-toxic, nonstick grill mat.
- Sear burgers over direct heat, about 3 minutes per side. Move burgers to indirect heat and continue cooking until desired doneness is reached, closing lid and topping with cheese to melt during the last few minutes of cooking.
- Brush onion slices with oil. Grill onions over medium heat until soft and caramelized, about 5 minutes per side. Lightly brush insides of buns with oil and grill until toasted, about 1 minute.
Make Tequila-Lime Aioli
- Whisk together mayonnaise, sour cream, lime zest, garlic, and tequila. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
Assemble Burgers and Serve
- Place grilled burgers on toasted buns and top with onions, sliced avocado, and aioli. Serve immediately with sweet potato fries or plantain chips.
Nutrition Information
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Calories
904kcal
(45%)
Carbohydrates
34g
(11%)
Protein
23g
(46%)
Fat
73g
(112%)
Saturated Fat
20g
(100%)
Cholesterol
96mg
(32%)
Sodium
1401mg
(58%)
Potassium
517mg
(15%)
Fiber
5g
(20%)
Sugar
6g
(12%)
Vitamin A
300IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
13.3mg
(15%)
Calcium
433mg
(43%)
Iron
3.4mg
(19%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4burgers
Amount Per Serving
Calories 904 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 904kcal | 45% |
| Carbohydrates | 34g | 11% |
| Protein | 23g | 46% |
| Fat | 73g | 112% |
| Saturated Fat | 20g | 100% |
| Cholesterol | 96mg | 32% |
| Sodium | 1401mg | 58% |
| Potassium | 517mg | 11% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 300IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 13.3mg | 15% |
| Calcium | 433mg | 43% |
| Iron | 3.4mg | 19% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5.0
69 reviews
Excellent
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