Burger Al Pastor Recipe

Name: Burger Al Pastor
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded and soaked; 2 teaspoons crumbled dried marjoram; 2 teaspoons crumbled dried oregano; 2 cloves garlic, peeled; 1 small white onion, chopped, divided; 1/2 cup sweetened pineapple juice; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper; 2 pounds extra-lean ground pork; Vegetable oil; 1 pineapple, peeled, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 8 sesame seed hamburger buns; 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

Servings: persons

6 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded and soaked
2 teaspoons crumbled dried marjoram
2 teaspoons crumbled dried oregano
2 cloves garlic, peeled
1 small white onion, chopped, divided
1/2 cup sweetened pineapple juice
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
2 pounds extra-lean ground pork
Vegetable oil
1 pineapple, peeled, cored and sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
1/2 cup mayonnaise
8 sesame seed hamburger buns
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves

1
Drain the soaked chiles and put them in a blender with the marjoram, oregano, garlic, 1/4 of the chopped onion and the pineapple juice and puree until smooth.
2
Add the salt and pepper.
3
Mix to combine.
4
Put the pork in large bowl and pour the marinade on top.
5
Using a fork, mix well.
6
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
7
Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat.
8
Divide the pork mixture into 8 equal portions.
9
Shape each portion into a 1/2-inch thick patty.
10
Oil the grill pan.
11
Working in batches, grill the burgers until cooked through, 6 to 8 minutes per side.
12
Transfer the burgers to a plate and cover with aluminum foil to keep warm.
13
Let rest for about 8 minutes.
14
Meanwhile, brush the grill pan with oil and grill the pineapple slices until golden brown, 2 minutes per side.
15
Spread 1 teaspoon mayonnaise on the cut sides of each bun and warm on the grill pan about 2 minutes, cut-side down.
16
Place a burgers onto the bottom half of the bun.
17
Top with a slice of grilled pineapple, some cilantro and the remaining chopped onion.
18
Cover with the bun tops and serve.

1183

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 dried guajillo chiles, stemmed, seeded and soaked, 2 teaspoons crumbled dried marjoram, 2 teaspoons crumbled dried oregano, 2 cloves garlic, peeled, and more.

Yes, Burger Al Pastor falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Burger Al Pastor

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