Mexican Torta Burgers Recipe

Name: Mexican Torta Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, preferably chuck; Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper; Vegetable oil, for the grill; 4 soft kaiser rolls, split; 1 avocado, halved, pitted and sliced; Juice of 1/2 lime; 1 15 -ounce can refried black beans, warmed; 1/2 cup queso fresco cheese, crumbled; Pickled jalapeno slices, for topping; 1 1/2 cups shredded iceberg lettuce

Servings: persons

1
Form the beef into four 6-ounce patties, about 3/4 inch thick; press the center of each patty with your thumb to make a 1/2-inch-deep indentation.
2
Season the patties on both sides with salt and pepper.
3
Lightly brush the grill grates with the vegetable oil, then grill the patties, indentation-side up, until marked on the bottom, about 5 minutes.
4
Flip and cook until marked and slightly firm, about 3 more minutes for medium doneness.
5
Remove the patties to a plate and let rest 5 minutes.
6
Grill the rolls, cut-side down, until lightly toasted, about 1 minute.
7
Toss the avocado and lime juice in a bowl and season with salt and pepper.
8
Spread the refried beans on the bun bottoms, then top with the burger patties, cheese, avocado, pickled jalapenos and lettuce.
9
Cover with the bun tops.
10
Photograph by Levi Brown

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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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, preferably chuck, Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper, Vegetable oil, for the grill, 4 soft kaiser rolls, split, and more.

Yes, Mexican Torta Burgers 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!

Mexican Torta Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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