Hominy-Pinto Burgers With Roasted Poblano Chiles

Name: Hominy-Pinto Burgers With Roasted Poblano Chiles
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 poblano chiles; cooking spray; 1 cup chopped onion; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained; 1 (15 ounce) can hominy, rinsed and drained; 3/4 cup masa harina, divided or 3/4 cup cornmeal; 1 tablespoon canola oil; 3/4 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese; 2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream; 2 tablespoons low-sodium salsa; 4 whole wheat hamburger buns, toasted

Servings: persons

2 poblano chiles
cooking spray
1 cup chopped onion
2 garlic cloves, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can hominy, rinsed and drained
3/4 cup masa harina, divided or 3/4 cup cornmeal
1 tablespoon canola oil
3/4 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese
2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream
2 tablespoons low-sodium salsa
4 whole wheat hamburger buns, toasted

1
ROAST CHILES: Preheat broiler.
2
Place chiles on a foil-lined baking sheet; broil 3 inches from heat 8 minutes or until blackened and charred, turning after 6 minutes.
3
Place in a heavy-duty plastic bag; seal. Let stand 15 minutes.
4
Peel and discard skins. Cut each chile lengthwise into 4 strips; discard seeds.
5
MAKE BURGERS: Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Coat pan with cooking spray.
6
Add onion and garlic; saute 5 minutes.
7
Place onion mixture, salt, beans, and hominy in a food processor; pulse until coarsely ground.
8
Combine bean mixture and 1/2 cup masa in a medium bowl.
9
Divide bean mixture into 4 equal portions, shaping each into a 1/2-inch-thick patty.
10
Place remaining 1/4 cup masa in a shallow dish; dredge patties in masa.
11
Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
12
Add patties to pan; cook 4 minutes.
13
Turn patties over. Top each patty with 3 tablespoons cheese; cook 4 minutes.
14
Combine sour cream and salsa in a small bowl.
15
Spread 1 tablespoon sour cream mixture on top half of each bun.
16
Place patties on bottom halves of buns; top each serving with 2 pepper strips.
17
Cover with tops of buns.

465

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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

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 poblano chiles, cooking spray, 1 cup chopped onion, 2 garlic cloves, minced, and more.

Yes, Hominy-Pinto Burgers With Roasted Poblano Chiles 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!