The Ultimate Junior Southwestern Burger
Elevate your burger night with *The Ultimate Junior Southwestern Burger*, a bold and flavor-packed creation designed to delight your taste buds. Perfectly seasoned ground beef patties, infused with cumin, smoked paprika, and a hint of jalapeño, are grilled to juicy perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese. The slider-sized burgers are layered with creamy avocado slices, crisp lettuce, and juicy tomato, all sandwiched between buttery toasted buns. A fiery kick comes from the homemade spicy mayo, blending mayonnaise and hot sauce for an extra dose of Southwestern flair. Ready in just 25 minutes, this recipe is ideal for casual gatherings, game day specials, or a quick family dinner. Dive into the ultimate combination of smoky, spicy, and savory flavors in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 0.25 tsp black pepper
- 1 small jalapeño, finely diced
- 4 pieces burger buns (slider size)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese slices
- 1 medium avocado, sliced
- 4 pieces lettuce leaves
- 1 small tomato, sliced
- 2 tbsp mayonnaise
- 1 tsp hot sauce
- 1 tbsp butter
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, cumin, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and diced jalapeño. Mix gently to evenly distribute the spices without overworking the meat.
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into small patties, slightly larger than the buns to account for shrinkage during cooking.
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and hot sauce to create a simple spicy mayo. Set aside for later use.
Preheat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat. While it heats, butter the insides of the burger buns lightly.
Toast the buttered side of the buns in the hot skillet or on the grill until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
Cook the burger patties in the skillet or on the grill for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover with a lid to melt the cheese.
Assemble the burgers: Spread a layer of the spicy mayo on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, and the cooked burger patty on top.
Add a few slices of avocado, then finish with the top part of the bun. Secure with a toothpick if needed and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2675 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.9 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 73.8 g | 369% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 484 mg | 161% | |
| Sodium | 3332 mg | 145% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 118.2 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.9 g | 60% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.7 g | ||
| Protein | 125.3 g | 251% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 1140 mg | 88% | |
| Iron | 17.2 mg | 96% | |
| Potassium | 2352 mg | 50% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
