Red River Burger

Sink your teeth into the bold and smoky flavors of the Red River Burger, a gourmet-style creation perfect for burger enthusiasts craving a little kick. Made with juicy 80/20 ground beef seasoned with smoked paprika, garlic, and onion powders, these perfectly seared patties are topped with melted cheddar cheese for rich, gooey perfection. The chipotle mayo, featuring finely chopped chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, adds a creamy, spicy layer of flavor that takes this burger to the next level. Sandwiched between lightly toasted buns and stacked high with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato slices, crisp red onion, and tangy pickles, this burger is a feast for all the senses. Ready in just 25 minutes, the Red River Burger is a quick, crowd-pleasing dinner option ideal for backyard cookouts or indulgent weeknight meals. Pair it with fries or a crisp salad to complete this irresistible culinary experience.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 4 burger buns
• 4 cheddar cheese slices
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp chipotle peppers in adobo sauce (finely chopped)
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1 tomato (sliced)
• 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
• 0.5 cup pickles (sliced)
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil (for cooking burgers)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into burger patties that are slightly larger than the diameter of your buns. Using your thumb, make a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and chopped chipotle peppers until well combined. Set aside in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Place the burger patties in the pan and cook for 3-4 minutes per side for medium doneness (cook longer if desired). During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cover the pan with a lid to melt the cheese.

Step 6

Toast the burger buns lightly in the same pan or on a grill until golden brown.

Step 7

To assemble the burgers, spread a generous layer of chipotle mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, a burger patty, a tomato slice, a few red onion slices, and pickles. Finish with the top half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your favorite sides such as fries, sweet potato wedges, or a crisp salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1153.9 grams (1153.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3222

Total Fat 248.10g	318%
Saturated Fat 72.10g	360%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 530mg	177%
Sodium 5537mg	241%
Total Carbohydrate 126.40g	46%
Dietary Fiber 9.30g	33%
Total Sugars 14.10g
Protein 120.10g	240%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 1128mg	87%
Iron 16mg	89%
Potassium 1575mg	34%

*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: 69.4%

Protein: 14.9%

Carbs: 15.7%