Barn Burner

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with the bold and spicy "Barn Burner" burger! This mouthwatering recipe combines juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef patties with melted pepper jack cheese and a fiery kick from charred jalapeños. Nestled inside toasted brioche buns and slathered with smoky chipotle mayo, each burger is layered with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, and optional pickled jalapeños for an extra burst of heat. Ideal for spice lovers craving a gourmet twist, the "Barn Burner" showcases a balance of smoky, savory, and spicy flavors, all prepared in just 30 minutes. Perfect for backyard gatherings, game day feasts, or weeknight indulgence, this burger brings the ultimate heat with every bite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 2 medium Jalapeños, thinly sliced
• 4 slices Pepper jack cheese
• 4 Brioche burger buns
• 0.5 cup Chipotle mayo
• 1 tsp Smoked paprika
• 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
• 1 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
• 0.25 cup Pickled jalapeño slices (optional)
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 4 Tomato slices

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties that are slightly larger than your burger buns, as they will shrink slightly during cooking.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and swirl to coat the surface.

Step 4

Place the burger patties onto the hot skillet. Cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium-rare, or longer to your desired doneness. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty to melt.

Step 5

While the patties are cooking, toast the brioche buns on a separate dry skillet or toaster until lightly golden.

Step 6

In the same skillet as the patties, place the fresh jalapeño slices and cook for 1-2 minutes, until softened and slightly charred.

Step 7

To assemble the burgers, spread a generous amount of chipotle mayo on the top and bottom halves of each toasted bun. Layer the bottom bun with a lettuce leaf, tomato slice, and a cooked burger patty with melted cheese.

Step 8

Top each patty with the charred jalapeño slices and a small handful of pickled jalapeños if you want extra heat.

Step 9

Finish with the top bun, then serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1156.5 grams (1156.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3346

Total Fat 252.20g	323%
Saturated Fat 85.30g	426%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.40g
Cholesterol 636mg	212%
Sodium 6258mg	272%
Total Carbohydrate 139.30g	51%
Dietary Fiber 8.80g	31%
Total Sugars 32.60g
Protein 130.10g	260%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 1072mg	82%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 1777mg	38%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 67.8%

Protein: 15.5%

Carbs: 16.6%