Best Z Best Burger Buffet In The Southwest Recipes

SOUTHWEST BURGER

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We love burgers and have them every Saturday in summer. We also have a favorite burrito recipe. One day, we got the bright idea to combine two of our favorite recipe. Voila! Our Southwestern Burgers were created. -Tammy Fortney Deer Park, Washington

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 14

Ingredients

1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chilies
4 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 pounds lean ground beef
3/4 pound bulk pork sausage
8 slices Monterey Jack cheese
8 hamburger buns, split, toasted
8 lettuce leaves
1 large tomato, sliced
1 to 2 ripe avocados, peeled and sliced
Mayonnaise or mustard, optional

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef and sausage over mixture; mix well. Shape into eight patties. , Grill, covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Top each burger with a cheese slice. , Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese begins to melt. Serve on buns with the lettuce, tomato, avocado and mayonnaise or mustard if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 516 calories, Fat 29g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 105mg cholesterol, Sodium 888mg sodium, Carbohydrate 27g carbohydrate (5g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 34g protein.

SOUTHWESTERN BEEF BURGER WITH CHIPOTLE AIOLI

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Make and share this Southwestern Beef Burger With Chipotle Aioli recipe from Food.com.

Provided by gailanng

Categories Meat

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 22

Ingredients

1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, loosely packed
1 tablespoon garlic, minced
2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
1 large egg, beaten
1 tablespoon smoked paprika
1 tablespoon cumin
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
salt and freshly cracked black pepper
1 lb ground beef
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon garlic, chopped
2 chipotle chiles in adobo
1 tablespoon lime juice
salt and freshly cracked black pepper
kaiser rolls or hamburger bun, grilled
colby-monterey jack cheese or cheddar cheese slice
8 slices apple smoked bacon, cooked
red onion
jalapeno
pickle
lettuce

Steps:

To Make the Chipotle Aioli: Add all the ingredients to a food processor and puree. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
To Make the Burgers: Heat grill.
Combine all burger ingredients in a mixing bowl and mix well. Form into four patties. Grill both sides, top each with slice of cheese and transfer to grilled buns.
Dress burgers with sliced red onions, jalapenos, lettuce, pickles, bacon and Chipotle Aioli, as desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 601.3, Fat 45.1, SaturatedFat 12.2, Cholesterol 156.5, Sodium 968.3, Carbohydrate 19.2, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 5, Protein 29.9

SIZZLING SOUTHWEST BURGERS

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These zesty burgers are bursting with flavor. Taco seasoning, peppers, and pepperjack cheese give ground beef a boost. Then the patties are served up on buns with sour cream and salsa. A fun twist on barbecued burgers!

Provided by APRILNILS

Categories Main Dish Recipes Burger Recipes 100+ Hamburger Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

Ingredients

2 pounds ground beef
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix
¼ cup chopped green bell pepper
½ cup chopped onion
4 slices pepperjack cheese
2 tablespoons salsa
2 tablespoons sour cream
6 hamburger buns

Steps:

Preheat grill for high heat.
In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, taco seasoning mix, bell pepper and onion using your hands. Form into 6 patties.
Lightly oil the grill grate. Cook burger patties for 5 minutes per side, or until well done. Place buns cut side down onto the grill to toast during the last minute or so. Top each burger with a slice of cheese before removing from the grill. Serve burgers on toasted buns topped with salsa and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 501.1 calories, Carbohydrate 27.8 g, Cholesterol 114.3 mg, Fat 27.4 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 34.8 g, SaturatedFat 12 g, Sodium 889.1 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

Z-BEST BURGER BUFFET IN THE SOUTHWEST!

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The best thing about BBQ Season is heating up the grill and inviting friends over for a relaxed and care free afternoon under the hot sun. The best thing about a buffet is the chef gets to enjoy the day too. So send out the invitations, ice up the Corona's and whip up some ice cold margarita's. Then kick back and enjoy these fabulous open faced burgers created especially for you by Z-Best Chefs for ZWT III.

Provided by Debi9400

Categories Tex Mex

Time 40m

Yield 8 burgers, 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 39

Ingredients

8 onion bread, sliced & toasted
1 tablespoon coriander
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 tablespoon cumin
8 slices monterey jack pepper cheese
8 boneless skinless chicken breasts
1 cup tomatillo salsa
1 cup guacamole
1 cup garlic aioli
1/2 cup chopped green chili
1 lb peppery smoked bacon
leafy green lettuce
2 tomatoes, sliced
1 small onion, finely sliced
1 small sweet onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, peeled
2 dried chipotle chiles
1/2 bunch fresh cilantro, leaves and stems
1/2 cup water
2 teaspoons coarse salt (to taste)
1/2-1 teaspoon sugar (to taste)
1/2 lb tomatillo, husked, washed, and roasted
1 lime, juice of
3 medium avocados, seeded peeled, and diced
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 onion, finely minced
1 cup green chili, chopped
2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
1 lime, juice of
3 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
salt and pepper
chili pepper
1/2 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
1 tablespoon lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon hot sauce
2 tablespoons chopped fresh coriander
salt, to taste
fresh ground pepper, to taste

Steps:

Day before:.
Prepare Recipe #227901.Tomatillo Salsa.
Two hours before:.
Prepare Recipe #51532 Guacamole and Recipe #108234 Garlic Aioli. (if you prefer a chunkier Guacamole, try Recipe #231702).
Mix together coriander, garlic pwd and cumin and put on a flat plate.
Coat chicken breasts with spice mixtures. Put on a clean plate, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until grill time.
Fry bacon, place on clean plate,cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate. (**if you can't find pepper bacon where you are, buy regular smoked bacon [not maple bacon] and sprinkle it with freshly ground black pepper).
One Hour before:.
Fire up grill.
Tear up lettuce, slice up tomatoes and onion. Arrange on serving platter. Cover with plastic wrap and put in the refrigetor.
Place sauces in small serving bowls, cover with plastic wrap and put back in refrigerator.
1/2 Hour Before:.
Fire up the grill.
Set your banquet table (ie patio table of choice) so your guests can easily self serve with plates, napkins and all the goodies from the fridge.
Grill chicken breasts on medium-high heat about 5 minutes per side. Internal temperature should be 180°C/350°F.
After turning the chicken, lightly brush the bread slices with olive oil and place on the grill to lightly toast. (If you can't find onion bread, any dense bread can be used).
About a minute before removing from grill, top each breast with a slice of Pepper Jack Cheese.
To build Burger:.
Place chicken breast on toasted bread.
Add bacon, onion and chopped green chili's.
Top with any or all of the three dips (Tomatilla Salsa/ Guacamole/ Garlic Aioli).
Finish off with slice of tomato and lettuce.
Disfrutar/ Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1053.7, Fat 67.5, SaturatedFat 21.3, Cholesterol 212.7, Sodium 3234.8, Carbohydrate 34.8, Fiber 10.7, Sugar 11.9, Protein 79.2