Oaxacan Burger (Bobby Flay) Recipe

Name: Oaxacan Burger (Bobby Flay)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Mole; 1/4 cup slivered almonds; 2 tablespoons canola oil; 1 small Spanish onion, coarsely chopped; 2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped; 2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder; 1 tablespoon new mexico chile powder; 1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, undrained, pureed; 1/4 cup corn tortilla chips, crushed; 1 ounce bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon honey; 1 tablespoon pure maple syrup; salt; pepper; Burgers; 1 1/2 lbs ground chuck (or turkey); salt; pepper; 1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil; 4 hamburger buns with sesame seeds, toasted if desired; 2 ounces queso fresco, crumbled (about 1/2 cup); 1 Hass avocado, peeled, pitted and cut into 8 wedges; pickled onion (optional)

Servings: persons

Mole
1/4 cup slivered almonds
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 small Spanish onion, coarsely chopped
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons dried ancho chile powder
1 tablespoon new mexico chile powder
1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, undrained, pureed
1/4 cup corn tortilla chips, crushed
1 ounce bittersweet chocolate, finely chopped
1 tablespoon honey
1 tablespoon pure maple syrup
salt
pepper
Burgers
1 1/2 lbs ground chuck (or turkey)
salt
pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons canola oil
4 hamburger buns with sesame seeds, toasted if desired
2 ounces queso fresco, crumbled (about 1/2 cup)
1 Hass avocado, peeled, pitted and cut into 8 wedges
pickled onion (optional)

1
Place almonds in a dry saucepan over medium heat.
2
Toast, stirring occasionally, until light golden brown, about 5 minutes.
3
Remove and set aside.
4
Increase heat to high.
5
Add oil and heat until it begins to shimmer.
6
Add onion and cook until soft, about 4 minutes.
7
Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
8
Stir in Ancho and New Mexico powders and cook for 1 minute.
9
Add almonds and tomatoes and bring to a boil.
10
Cook, stirring occasionally, for 5 minutes.
11
Add tortilla chips and cook for about 10 minutes, or until reduced by half.
12
Carefully transfer to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
13
Return to pan over high heat.
14
Add chocolate, honey and maple syrup.
15
Cook until reduced to a sauce consistency, about 5 minutes.
16
Season and keep warm.
17
Divide meat into 4 equal portions.
18
Shape each into a patty and make a depression in the center.
19
Season both sides with salt and pepper.
20
Heat oil over high heat until it begins to shimmer.
21
Cook burgers to desired doneness, about 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
22
Top with sauce, queso fresco, avocado wedges and pickled onions, if using.

899

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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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.

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 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Mole, 1/4 cup slivered almonds, 2 tablespoons canola oil, 1 small Spanish onion, coarsely chopped, and more.

Yes, Oaxacan Burger (Bobby Flay) falls under the General 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!

Oaxacan Burger (Bobby Flay)

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