Guacamole Burgers With Spicy Chile Con Queso Recipe

Name: Guacamole Burgers With Spicy Chile Con Queso
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground round; 1 small red onion, finely diced; ½ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced; 1 large egg, beaten; 1 small ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch dice; 4 hamburger buns with sesame seeds; 2 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 large onion, chopped; 2 cups peeled canned tomatoes, chopped and drained well again; 1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and well drained; 10 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, diced; 1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder; ½ teaspoon ground cumin

Servings: persons

1 lb ground round
1 small red onion, finely diced
½ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely diced
1 large egg, beaten
1 small ripe avocado, peeled, pitted, and cut into 1/2-inch dice
4 hamburger buns with sesame seeds
2 tablespoons unsalted butter
1 large onion, chopped
2 cups peeled canned tomatoes, chopped and drained well again
1 cup canned black beans, rinsed and well drained
10 ounces extra-sharp cheddar cheese, diced
1 teaspoon dried chipotle powder
½ teaspoon ground cumin

1
To make the queso: in a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat; add in the onion and stir/saute 5-7 minutes or until softened.
2
Stir in the tomatoes, beans, cheese, chipotle powder and cumin, stirring constantly until the cheese is completely melted; keep warm on very low heat.
3
To make the bugers: Mix the first 6 ingredients together in a large bowl until well combined.
4
Gently fold in the avocado; form the mixture into 4 patties, each about 1/2 inch thick.
5
Lightly oil the grill or grill pan over medium-high heat; cook the burgers to the desired degree of doneness, 2-4 minutes per side for medium rare.
6
Serve on toasted sesame seed buns; top with a generous dollop of Spicy Chili Con Queso.

1059

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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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground round, 1 small red onion, finely diced, ½ cup loosely packed fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Guacamole Burgers With Spicy Chile Con Queso falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Guacamole Burgers With Spicy Chile Con Queso

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