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Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo is a fresh and smokey burger that screams Summer. Tangy lime and smokey chipotle, fresh salads, savory cheddar and a juicy burger patty, all hugged together by delicious brioche buns - could you ask for more?

 

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

 

 

Summer is rapidly approaching, and my (and everybody else's) eating habits are changing. There are more burgers, pizzas, salads, iced teas, and lighter meals. We still want our comfort food, but it's just changed from hearty soups and warming casseroles to burgers and pizzas. Not too shabby!

 

And if you're looking for a burger recipe for Meatless Monday, this Mushroom Black Bean Burger is perfect!

 

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

 

In Norway, the minced beef is usually sold in 400 gr (14 oz.) portions and that kind of determined the size of the burgers for me. We were just two eaters at the time, and it felt useless to leave a little behind. I thought maybe they were a bit big of 200 gr (7 oz.) each, but then again, burgers are supposed to be big, aren't they? Better with too big and juicy than too small and dry, right?

 

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

 

Right. And it's incredibly simple, you just need to think of one thing; do not overwork the minced beef. Just loosely form them into balls and flatten them to patties. Brush the patties with Worcestershire Sauce and sprinkle with a mixture of the seasonings (salt through chili flakes) after you have formed them.

 

I read about a trick were they make an indentation in the center of the patty, it will then stay flatter once grilled. Well, I didn't do it, and they were reasonably flat, so... Maybe I'll try it next time, but no biggie if not, either.

 

To the Grill

If you've got a grillgrill them! But a grill pan inside is okay too. Here are some general guidelines:

 

  • Do not press the patties down with the spatula - it releases the juices and you will get a drier patty. Let it be.
  • High temperature = more crust.
  • Flip the burger only one time, when you see the burger starting to sweat (at about 3-4 minutes). Flipping only one time will also give more crust and texture. Once flipped, add the cheese so it melts nicely.
  • Let them rest a few minutes before digging in.

 

Delicious Toppings!

 

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

 

A burger isn't a burger without delicious toppings, in my opinion. There are so many choices, and I have a tendency to put everything on. This time, I actually tried to restrain myself! Look how that went.

 

I love to add some pickled jalapeños or pickled cucumbers. That's almost my number one. The tanginess is perfect with burgers and dressings. Dressings are my number one.

 

Chipotle Lime Mayo

 

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

 

Perfect dressing for a smokey burger, this chipotle lime mayo is so easy, there's no excuse to get store bought. Juice of ½ lime, 2 heaping teaspoon of chipotle paste, 4 tablespoon mayo, salt and pepper - mix and you are done!

 

Serve the chipotle cheddar burger on a lightly toasted brioche bun. I like to begin with  a small tablespoon of dressing, salad, tomato, onion, avocado - then the burger patty (with melted cheese) - top with jalapeños and a little bit dressing and add the brioche top.

 

It's done! Get out on the patio with friends, drink a beer and have a delicious chipotle cheddar burger with jalapeños and chipotle lime mayo. Relax, and serve it with a fresh apricot rosemary gin fizz.

 

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

 

Hope you'll enjoy it as much as I did! I'd appreciate any kind of feedback, either in the comment section below or tag me @thegingerwithspice on Instagram. And don't forget to Pin it for later!

 

 

 

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📖 Recipe

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

Chipotle Cheddar Burger with Jalapeños and Chipotle Lime Mayo

Yield: 3
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Total Time: 18 minutes

Tangy lime and smokey chipotle, fresh salads, savory cheddar and a juicy burger patty, all hugged together by delicious brioche buns - could you ask for more?

Ingredients

Chipotle Cheddar Burger

  • 400g ground beef or meat of choice
  • 2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ½ teaspoon chipotle chilli powder
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon onion powder
  • pinch chili flakes
  • 3 slices cheddar cheese

Chipotle Lime Mayo

  • ½ lime, juice only
  • 4 tablespoon mayo
  • 2 heaping teaspoon chipotle paste
  • salt and pepper, to taste

Assembly

  • 3 brioche buns
  • 1 small avocado, sliced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced into circles
  • 1 tomato, sliced
  • 12 pickled jalapeños
  • lettuce

Instructions

  1. Do not overwork the minced beef. Just loosely form them into balls and flatten them to patties. Brush the patties with Worcestershire sauce and sprinkle with a mixture of the seasonings (salt through chili flakes) after you have formed them. Make an indentation in the center of the patty, and it will then stay flatter once grilled.
  2. If you've got a grill, grill them! But a grill pan inside is okay too. Here are some general guidelines:- Do not press the patties down with the spatula - it releases the juices and you will get a drier patty. Let it be.- High temperature = more crust.- Flip the burger only one time, when you see the burger starting to sweat (at about 3-4 minutes). Flipping only one time will also give more crust and texture. Once flipped, add the cheese so it melts nicely.- Let them rest a few minutes before digging in.
  3. Make the mayo: mix juice of ½ lime, 2 heaping teaspoon of chipotle paste, 4 tablespoon mayo, salt and pepper in a small bowl.
  4. Serve the chipotle cheddar burger on a lightly toasted brioche bun. I like to begin with  a little bit of dressing, salad, tomato, onion, avocado - then the burger patty (with melted cheese) - top with jalapeños and a little bit dressing and add the brioche top.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 3 Serving Size: 1 burger
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 709Total Fat: 30.3gSaturated Fat: 10.8gCholesterol: 153mgSodium: 1426mgCarbohydrates: 52.8gFiber: 7.7gSugar: 5.8gProtein: 56.3g

Nutrition information isn't always accurate, estimate for informational purposes only.

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Sondria

Saturday 2nd of June 2018

What delicious looking burger! Love the flavor combo.

Stine Mari | Ginger with Spice

Monday 4th of June 2018

Thank you so much!

Mirlene

Friday 1st of June 2018

Yes please. I'll take one. Burger looks delicious and juicy.

Stine Mari | Ginger with Spice

Monday 4th of June 2018

Thank you so much!

Casey

Thursday 31st of May 2018

This Burger looks absolutely fantastic! I am definitely going to be trying to make a vegan version of this! Love all the spice in this dish!

Stine Mari | Ginger with Spice

Friday 1st of June 2018

Thank you! Hope you'll like it!

Stephanie

Thursday 31st of May 2018

These are some great tips for making the perfect burger! I love grilling burgers in the summer

Stine Mari | Ginger with Spice

Friday 1st of June 2018

Thank you so much

Jenna

Thursday 31st of May 2018

Mmm! These look fabulous! I love a flavorful burger and great tips about not pressing the burger on the grill and using higher heat for better crust.

Stine Mari | Ginger with Spice

Friday 1st of June 2018

Thank you so much! Yes, I always have a tendency to press the burger down, but I'm doing my best to refrain from it

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