MEXICAN BURGERS WITH AVOCADO SPREAD

Mexican Burgers with Avocado Spread image

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Categories Burgers

Time 30m

Number Of Ingredients 17

BURGER
1 1/2 lb lean ground beef
6 Tbsp panko bread crumbs
1/4 c red onions, finely chopped
2 Tbsp pickled jalapeño peppers, finely chopped
1 Tbsp chipotle puree
1/2 Tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
1/2 tsp ground cumin
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
1/2 c sharp cheddar cheese or pepper jack, grated
AVOCADO SPREAD
1 large ripe avocado, seeded
1/4 large lime, juiced
2 Tbsp light sour cream or crema
1 small clove garlic, pressed
2-3 dash(es) hot sauce, such as cholula®
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)

Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine ground beef, panko, onion, jalapeño peppers, chipotle pepper, cilantro, cumin, freshly black pepper and cheese. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and form 4 patties. Place them in a plate, cover with plastic wrap and transfer to the refrigerator for 1 hour.
2. The stuffed version: mix all the ingredients except cheese and form 6 balls but 3 bigger than the others. Create a well in the center of the biggest ones and add 2 tbsp. cheese per. Place the smaller patties on top and seal. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
3. In a small bowl, scoop avocado and add lime juice; mashed with a fork until smooth. Add sour cream, garlic, hot sauce and freshly ground black pepper; stir until well blended. Transfer spread to the refrigerator until ready to serve.
4. Preheated BBQ. Grill burger at 500ºF for 7 minutes per side. If desired, about 3 minutes before the end of cooking, place 3 thin slices of cheese per burger. Spread avocado mixture to top buns and garnish to liking.
5. To view this recipe on YouTube, click on this link >>>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RhawlAYdpBc