These chili burgers are a perfect blend of juicy beef patties and spicy chili. The burgers are seasoned with a flavorful mix of spices and topped with melted cheese, sliced jalapenos, and tangy salsa. Serve them with your favorite burger buns and garnish with fresh lettuce and tomatoes. This recipe is perfect for those who love a little heat in their burgers.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/4 cup chili powder
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 slices cheese (cheddar or pepper jack)
- 4 burger buns
- 4 tablespoons salsa
- 4 tablespoons sliced jalapenos
- Lettuce and tomato slices, for garnish
Directions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, chili powder, cumin, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Mix well until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the beef.
- Divide the beef mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties.
- Preheat a grill or a skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
- While the patties are cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
- To assemble the burgers, spread a tablespoon of salsa on the bottom half of each bun. Place a cooked patty on top and add a tablespoon of sliced jalapenos. Top with lettuce and tomato slices.
- Cover with the other half of the bun and serve the chili burgers immediately.
