Dominican Chimichurri Burgers with Chipotle Glazed

Name: Dominican Chimichurri Burgers with Chipotle Glazed Grilled Yellow Plantains
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/4 pounds ground beef (1/2 chuck and 1/2 sirloin); 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 1/2 large red bell pepper, diced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/3 cup chopped cilantro leaves; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 2 teaspoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce; Salt and pepper; 4 hamburger buns, split; Oil; 2 cups thinly sliced cabbage; 1 carrot, coarsely grated; 1 small red onion, cut into rings; 1 tomato, sliced 1/4-inch thick; 2 tablespoons ketchup; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 1 tablespoon yellow mustard; Grilled Plantains with Chipotle Sauce; 2 ripe yellow plantains; 1/2 cup plain yogurt; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 teaspoons pureed chipotle peppers in adobo sauce; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1 tablespoon cayenne powder; 1 tablespoon black pepper

Servings: persons

1 1/4 pounds ground beef (1/2 chuck and 1/2 sirloin)
1 medium onion, finely chopped
1/2 large red bell pepper, diced
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/3 cup chopped cilantro leaves
1 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
Salt and pepper
4 hamburger buns, split
Oil
2 cups thinly sliced cabbage
1 carrot, coarsely grated
1 small red onion, cut into rings
1 tomato, sliced 1/4-inch thick
2 tablespoons ketchup
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
1 tablespoon yellow mustard
Grilled Plantains with Chipotle Sauce
2 ripe yellow plantains
1/2 cup plain yogurt
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 teaspoons pureed chipotle peppers in adobo sauce
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon cayenne powder
1 tablespoon black pepper

1
Mix together beef, onion, bell pepper, garlic, cilantro, oregano, soy sauce, Worcestershire sauce, a scant 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper.
2
Form into 4 (4 1/2-inch-wide) patties.
3
Heat a large griddle or 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat until hot, then lightly toast buns.
4
Oil griddle, then cook patties, turning once, about 8 minutes total for medium-rare.
5
Transfer to buns.
6
Mix together cabbage, carrot, and 1/4 teaspoon salt, then cook, turning occasionally, until slightly wilted, about 2 minutes.
7
Divide among burgers.
8
Oil griddle again, then sear onion and tomato, turning once, until slightly charred, about 2 minutes total.
9
Divide among burgers.
10
Stir together ketchup, mayonnaise, and mustard, then top burgers with sauce.
11
While the hamburgers are cooking, peel plantains and wrap them in foil.
12
Place wrapped plantains on grill and cook until tender but still firm, slightly caramelized.
13
Once cooked, remove from grill, and slice into 1/2-inch rounds, on the diagonal.
14
In a small bowl, mix together the yogurt, mayonnaise, and chipotle peppers until smooth.
15
Return the sliced pieces of plantains to the grill, and brush chipotle sauce on 1 side.
16
Flip after a couple of minutes and brush the sauce on the other side.
17
Remove from grill and serve with the burgers.
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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 26 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/4 pounds ground beef (1/2 chuck and 1/2 sirloin), 1 medium onion, finely chopped, 1/2 large red bell pepper, diced, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Dominican Chimichurri Burgers with Chipotle Glazed Grilled Yellow 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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Dominican Chimichurri Burgers with Chipotle Glazed Grilled Yellow Plantains

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