Hot Tamale Burgers

Ignite your taste buds with these bold and flavor-packed Hot Tamale Burgers! This recipe fuses classic burger charm with a spicy Mexican twist, featuring a blend of juicy ground beef and zesty Mexican chorizo, seasoned to perfection with chipotle powder, ground cumin, and diced green chili peppers. Each burger is topped with melty slices of cheddar cheese and a vibrant dollop of fresh salsa or tangy pico de gallo, finished with a drizzle of sour cream and optional cilantro for a fresh kick. Toasted brioche buns bring a buttery balance to the smoky, spicy flavors, making these burgers irresistible from the first bite. Perfect for grilling season or a festive weeknight dinner, these Hot Tamale Burgers are sure to become a crowd favorite. Keywords: Hot Tamale Burgers, Mexican-inspired burgers, spicy burger recipe, chorizo burger, easy grilling recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 0.5 pound Mexican chorizo (uncooked, casing removed)
• 0.5 cup yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 2 pieces green chili peppers (diced)
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chipotle powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 slices cheddar cheese (sliced)
• 4 pieces brioche burger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter (softened)
• 0.5 cup fresh salsa or pico de gallo
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 0.25 cup cilantro leaves (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet to medium-high heat.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, Mexican chorizo, chopped onion, diced green chili peppers, ground cumin, chipotle powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until the ingredients are evenly incorporated, being careful not to overwork the meat mixture.

Step 3

Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties about 3/4-inch thick.

Step 4

Place the patties on the preheated grill or skillet. Cook for approximately 4-5 minutes on one side, then flip the patties and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 5

When the burgers are nearly finished cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty. Cover with a lid or aluminum foil to melt the cheese, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

While the burgers are cooking, spread a thin layer of softened butter on the cut sides of the brioche buns. Toast the buns in a separate skillet or on the grill until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun. Top each patty with a spoonful of fresh salsa or pico de gallo and a dollop of sour cream. Add cilantro leaves for garnish, if desired.

Step 8

Finish with the top half of the bun and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1431.1 grams (1431.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3686

Total Fat 269.20g	345%
Saturated Fat 122.30g	612%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 771mg	257%
Sodium 6262mg	272%
Total Carbohydrate 148.70g	54%
Dietary Fiber 9.20g	33%
Total Sugars 33.40g
Protein 166.10g	332%

Vitamin D 70IU	351%
Calcium 1241mg	95%
Iron 22mg	124%
Potassium 2611mg	56%

*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: 65.8%

Protein: 18.0%

Carbs: 16.2%