Taco Burgers
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
20 mins
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Cook Time
15 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4
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Calories
662 kcal
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Course
Main Course
Taco Burgers
Description
These Taco Burgers enhance ground beef with an array of spices including chili powder, garlic and onion powders, cumin, cayenne, and ground coriander, resulting in a richly seasoned patty. The hot sauce added to the tops before chilling firms the patties for grilling. Grilling over direct heat sears the burgers, then transferring to indirect heat cooks evenly. Pepper jack cheese melts atop in the final minute, adding a creamy spicy layer.
The burgers build on Kaiser rolls with fresh slices of avocado, tangy pico de gallo, sour cream for cooling effect, and pickled jalapeños for an extra kick. The combination balances smoky, spicy, and fresh flavors along with varied textures from creamy to crisp.
These burgers are suitable for casual meals, backyard barbecues, or flavorful sandwiches illustrating a fusion of taco seasoning and classic burger form.
Pre-made taco seasoning can be substituted for the homemade spice blend if preferred.
Ingredients
Taco Burger Patties:
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes crushed
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 2 teaspoons salt fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 1 pound ground beef 20/80 preferred
- 2 tablespoons hot sauce
Taco Burger Toppings:
- 4 Kaiser roll large
- 1 avocado thinly sliced
- 4 lices pepper jack cheese
- 4 tablespoons sour cream
- 1 cup Pico de Gallo
- 2 tablespoons jalapeños pickled
Instructions
- Mix chile powder through ground coriander in a small bowl. Set aside. *See note
- In a large bowl, tear apart ground beef into smaller bits. Toss gently with spice mix (or taco seasoning).
- Divide ground beef into fourths. Hand form 4 large patties. Evenly divide hot sauce on the tops of each patty. Arrange on a plate and place into the freezer for 10-30 minutes.
- Heat grill to medium-high heat. Grill hamburger patties for 2-3 minutes per side on direct heat, then remove to indirect heat until desired doneness. For the last minute, add a slice pepper jack cheese to each patty.
- Remove from grill and allow to rest for 3-4 minutes before assembling.
- To build your massive Taco Burger, place patty on Kaiser Roll, top with pico de gallo, avocado, sour cream and jalapenos.
- If you've tried this recipe, come back and let us know how it was!
Notes
- Pre-made taco seasoning may be used as an alternative to the homemade spice blend.
- Chilling patties after seasoning and shaping helps them hold together better during grilling.
- Apply hot sauce on top of patties before chilling for additional flavor and moisture.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 662 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 662kcal | 33% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 32g | 64% |
| Fat | 43g | 66% |
| Saturated Fat | 17g | 85% |
| Cholesterol | 111mg | 37% |
| Sodium | 2255mg | 94% |
| Potassium | 759mg | 16% |
| Fiber | 6g | 24% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2035IU | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 14.4mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 345mg | 35% |
| Iron | 5.6mg | 31% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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