Indulge in the flavors of South America with this American twist on a traditional chimichurri burger. This juicy beef patty is topped with a vibrant chimichurri sauce, creating a mouthwatering combination of flavors and textures that will have you coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 egg
- 1/4 cup chopped parsley
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 burger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and onion for topping
Directions
- In a bowl, mix together ground beef, breadcrumbs, egg, parsley, garlic, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 patties.
- In a separate bowl, combine red wine vinegar, olive oil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to make chimichurri sauce.
- Grill the burger patties over medium heat until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
- Toast the burger buns on the grill.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun, topping with lettuce, tomato, onion, and a generous drizzle of chimichurri sauce.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Interesting Facts
Chimichurri sauce is a traditional Argentine condiment made with parsley, garlic, vinegar, and olive oil.
Adding breadcrumbs to the beef patty helps keep the burger moist and juicy.
The red pepper flakes in the chimichurri sauce add a subtle heat to the burger.