Chimichurri Burgers With Grilled Plantains Recipe

Name: Chimichurri Burgers With Grilled Plantains
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds, freshly ground or 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves; 1 cup fresh Italian parsley; 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; ½ teaspoon coarse salt; ¼ cup canola oil; 2 lbs lean ground beef; ¼ teaspoon salt; ¼ teaspoon ground red pepper; 6 rolls, Mexican bolitos or 6 hamburger buns, split and toasted; 1 tomatoes, sliced; 1 onion, sliced; 6 plantains, grilled, recipe follows

Servings: persons

2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds, freshly ground or 1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1 cup fresh Italian parsley
2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
½ teaspoon coarse salt
¼ cup canola oil
2 lbs lean ground beef
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground red pepper
6 rolls, Mexican bolitos or 6 hamburger buns, split and toasted
1 tomatoes, sliced
1 onion, sliced
6 plantains, grilled, recipe follows

1
Cover the bottom of a small skillet with the cumin; cook and stir over low heat for 2 minutes or until lightly toasted.
2
Remove from heat.
3
For chimichurri, combine the cumin, cilantro, parsley, vinegar, red pepper, and sea salt or coarse salt in a blender container.
4
Cover and blend on lowest speed, slowly adding the oil.
5
Combine ground beef, the 1/4 teaspoon salt, and the ground red pepper in a large mixing bowl.
6
Shape into 12 patties 3-1/2 inches in diameter.
7
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the chimichurri mixture in the center of each of 6 of the patties.
8
Place remaining patties on top and seal edges.
9
Place burger patties on the lightly oiled rack of the grill directly over medium heat.
10
Grill for 18 to 22 minutes or until an instant-read thermometer inserted in centers registers 160 degree F, turning once halfway through grilling.
11
Brush rolls with some of the chimichurri sauce.
12
Top with burgers, remaining sauce, and tomatoes and onions.
13
Serve with Grilled Plantains, if desired.
14
Grilled Plantains: To make the Grilled Plantains, bias-slice peeled plantains into 1/2-inch-thick slices.
15
Brush with peanut oil.
16
Grill directly over medium heat for 8 minutes or until centers are just soft, turning once.
17
Drain on clean paper towels.
18
Serve warm.

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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: 2 teaspoons whole cumin seeds, freshly ground or 1 tablespoon ground cumin, 1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, 1 cup fresh Italian parsley, 2 tablespoons champagne vinegar or 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Chimichurri Burgers With Grilled Plantains 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.

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Chimichurri Burgers With Grilled Plantains

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Variations & substitutions

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