Pepper Jack Cheeseburgers With Jalapeno-Cumin Sauce Recipe

Name: Pepper Jack Cheeseburgers With Jalapeno-Cumin Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 large fresh jalapenos or 3 large fresh serrano peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped; ½ cup fresh cilantro, plus; 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro; 3 large garlic cloves, smashed; 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice; 2 tablespoons water; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; kosher salt; 1 12 lbs ground sirloin, room temperature; 1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded; fresh ground pepper; 4 hamburger buns or 4 onion topped buns; olive oil, for brushing; 2 -3 tablespoons mayonnaise; 14 head boston lettuce, washed, dried and torn or 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce or 4 slices tomatoes, thinly sliced; sliced pickled jalapeno pepper, for serving

Servings: persons

3 large fresh jalapenos or 3 large fresh serrano peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped
½ cup fresh cilantro, plus
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
3 large garlic cloves, smashed
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
kosher salt
1 12 lbs ground sirloin, room temperature
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
fresh ground pepper
4 hamburger buns or 4 onion topped buns
olive oil, for brushing
2 -3 tablespoons mayonnaise
14 head boston lettuce, washed, dried and torn or 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce or 4 slices tomatoes, thinly sliced
sliced pickled jalapeno pepper, for serving

1
Using a food processor or blender, combine fresh jalapenos with 1/2 cup cilantro, garlic, lime juice, water, 1/2 teaspoon of cumin and a pinch of salt.
2
Process the jalapeno-cumin sauce until pureed and smooth.
3
Place sirloin, shredded cheese, remaining cilantro and cumin in a bowl and gently knead until JUST combined.
4
Loosely shape into 4 equal burgers, poking any stray strands of cheese back into the pattie.
5
Season generously with salt and pepper and place on a plate lined with saran wrap.
6
Lightly brush the insides of the buns with olive oil.
7
Light a grill and brush oil on the grate to keep the cheeseburgers from sticking.
8
Grill the cheeseburgers for about 8-10 minutes, turning once, for medium meat.
9
Remove the cheeseburgers from direct heat and grill the buns (cut side down) until they are toasted.
10
Spread a thin layer of mayonnaise on bottoms and tops of buns.
11
Set the cheeseburgers on the bottom halves and top with the lettuce, tomato and pickled jalapenos.
12
Spoon the jalapeno sauce on the burgers, top with the buns and serve immediately.
13
Serve remaining sauce in a small dish on the side.

1149

kcal

Calories

Fat

154

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 large fresh jalapenos or 3 large fresh serrano peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped, ½ cup fresh cilantro, plus, 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, 3 large garlic cloves, smashed, and more.

Yes, Pepper Jack Cheeseburgers With Jalapeno-Cumin Sauce 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.

Pepper Jack Cheeseburgers With Jalapeno-Cumin Sauce

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