Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef
- 3/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, divided
- 1/2 cup finely chopped red onion
- 1/4 cup chopped scallions
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 3 tablespoon Key West Spice Company’s Southernmost Spice Blend
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/3 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon chopped chipotle chili in adobo
- 1/2 cup shredded Monterey Jack cheese
- 4 French rolls, preferably whole-wheat, split and toasted
- 2 roasted Anaheim or poblano peppers
- 1 cup shredded green cabbage
- 4 slices tomato
- 4 thin slices red onion
Directions:
- Preheat grill to medium-high.
- Place beef, 1/4 cup cilantro, onion, scallions, garlic, and Key West Spice Company’s Southernmost Spice Blend in a large bowl. Gently combine, without overmixing, until evenly incorporated.
- Form into 4 equal patties, about 1/2 inch thick and oval-shaped to match the rolls.
- Combine the remaining 1/2 cup cilantro, mayonnaise, lime juice and chipotle in a small bowl.
- Peel the roasted peppers, halve lengthwise and remove the seeds.
- Oil the grill rack.
- Grill the burgers until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the center registers 165°F, about 6 minutes per side.
- Top with cheese and cook until it is melted, about 1 minute more.
- Assemble the burgers on toasted rolls with the chipotle mayonnaise, half a roasted pepper, cabbage, tomato and onion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Southernmost Spiced Fajita Burgers?
Southernmost Spiced Fajita Burgers are juicy burgers seasoned with bold fajita spices, peppers, onions, and smoky flavors inspired by Tex-Mex cooking and backyard grilling.
Are fajita burgers spicy?
Fajita burgers usually have mild to medium heat depending on the seasoning blend, jalapeños, and hot sauce used in the recipe.
What toppings go well on fajita burgers?
Peppers, onions, pepper jack cheese, avocado, jalapeños, salsa, chipotle mayo, and smoky barbecue sauce pair perfectly with fajita burgers.
Can I grill fajita burgers?
Yes. Grilling fajita burgers adds smoky flavor and works especially well with spicy seasonings and charred vegetables.
What sides go with spicy fajita burgers?
French fries, tortilla chips, coleslaw, Mexican rice, grilled corn, and spicy potato salad all pair well with Tex-Mex burgers.
