Mini Jibarito Burgers with Fried Plantains Recipe

Name: Mini Jibarito Burgers with Fried Plantains
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-2/3 cups romaine lettuce, finely shredded; 1-2/3 cups onions, small dice; 1-2/3 cups fresh cilantro, chopped; 2-1/2 cups A.1. Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce; 1-1/4 cups KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce; 3/4 cup adobo seasoning; 3 Tbsp. ground cumin; 1-1/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves; Burgers; 15 each large plantains, each cut into 10 slices (about 1-1/2 inch thick); to taste salt; 75 each mini beef patties (80/20), 1-1/2 oz. each; 6 Tbsp. TAPATIO Hot Sauce; 10 each plum tomatoes, each cut into 8 slices King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09

Servings: persons

1-2/3 cups romaine lettuce, finely shredded
1-2/3 cups onions, small dice
1-2/3 cups fresh cilantro, chopped
2-1/2 cups A.1. Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce
1-1/4 cups KRAFT Original Barbecue Sauce
3/4 cup adobo seasoning
3 Tbsp. ground cumin
1-1/4 tsp. dried oregano leaves
Burgers
15 each large plantains, each cut into 10 slices (about 1-1/2 inch thick)
to taste salt
75 each mini beef patties (80/20), 1-1/2 oz. each
6 Tbsp. TAPATIO Hot Sauce
10 each plum tomatoes, each cut into 8 slices King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09

1
Combine lettuce, onions and cilantro.
2
Refrigerate until ready to use.
3
Meanwhile, mix steak sauce and barbecue sauce in medium bowl, then mix seasonings in separate bowl.
4
For each serving: Deep fry 6 plantain slices in 350 degrees F oil 1 min.
5
; remove from oil.
6
Flatten each slice to 2-inch round.
7
Return to oil; fry 2 min.
8
or just until plantains are caramelized; drain.
9
Season with salt; cover to keep warm.
10
Rub about 1/2 tsp.
11
seasoning mixture evenly onto both sides of each of 3 beef patties; cook on medium-high heat 5 min.
12
on each side or to medium (160 degrees F) or desired doneness.
13
Cover each of 3 fried plantain slices with 1 Tbsp.
14
lettuce mixture, about 1/4 tsp.
15
hot sauce, 1 burger, 1 tomato slice and about 1 tsp.
16
steak sauce mixture.
17
Cover with remaining fried plantain slices.

4996

kcal

Calories

331

Fat

Carbs

508

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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: 1-2/3 cups romaine lettuce, finely shredded, 1-2/3 cups onions, small dice, 1-2/3 cups fresh cilantro, chopped, 2-1/2 cups A.1. Thick & Hearty Steak Sauce, and more.

Yes, Mini Jibarito Burgers with Fried 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mini Jibarito Burgers with Fried Plantains

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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