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Mexican Fiesta Beef Burger

Mexican Fiesta Beef Burger

Juicy chipotle beef burgers with melted cheddar, creamy lime avocado, fresh tomato salsa and crisp red onion, all tucked into toasted buns for a lively Mexican-style street-food supper.

30 mins total for first methodServes 2Grill
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Ingredients

Method

20 mins prep10 mins cook30 mins total

  1. Mix the beef mince with half the chipotle paste, 1/4 teaspoon of the salt and the black pepper. Shape into two even patties without compacting the meat too firmly.

  2. Heat the cooking oil in a heavy frying pan or on a barbecue grill over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for 3-4 minutes on each side, or until cooked to your preferred doneness.

  3. Place a slice of mature cheddar on each patty for the final minute and cover briefly so the cheese melts. Toast the split burger buns cut-side down until lightly golden.

  4. Mash the avocado with the lime juice and a pinch of salt. Stir the remaining chipotle paste through the tomato salsa.

  5. Spread the avocado over the toasted bun bases. Add the cheesy beef patties, then spoon over the salsa and finish with red onion, tomato slices and coriander leaves.

  6. Cap with the bun tops and serve straight away while the burgers are hot.

Notes

For juicy burgers, handle the beef gently and cook the patties until the centre reaches your preferred level of doneness. Toasting the buns helps them hold the guacamole and salsa without becoming soggy.
About this recipe

These Mexican Fiesta Beef Burgers bring smoky chipotle heat, fresh lime and creamy avocado together in a properly satisfying homemade burger. The patties stay juicy, while mature cheddar melts over the top and a bright tomato salsa adds freshness. A little chipotle in the beef gives the burgers warmth without hiding the savoury flavour of the meat.

Toast the buns while the beef cooks, then build each burger with lime avocado, salsa, red onion, tomato and coriander. The contrast between the crisp salad toppings, soft bun and hot cheesy patty makes every bite lively and generous. It is a colourful, relaxed meal for a weekend barbecue, casual gathering or quick midweek dinner, with the toppings easy to adjust to taste.

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