Teresa's Recipes
Fiery Smash Burgers
Experience an explosion of flavor with these Fiery Smash Burgers. Perfectly seasoned ground beef patties, infused with jalapenos and a blend of spices, are smashed to perfection on a hot skillet. Topped with melted cheese and nestled between toasted buns with crisp lettuce, a slice of ripe tomato, and a tangy, spicy sauce, these burgers are a daring delight for those who love a culinary adventure. This recipe pays homage to the classic American burger, with a fiery twist that's sure to satisfy your tastebuds.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Ketchup
- 4 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 4 slices Tomato
- 4 leaves Lettuce
- 4 Burger buns
- 4 Cheese slices
- to taste Salt and pepper
- 1 teaspoon Cayenne pepper
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1/2, finely chopped Red onion
- 2, finely chopped Jalapeno peppers
- 1 pound Ground beef
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main Course
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Calories: 600
- Fat: 35g
- Carbs: 40g
- Protein: 25g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Sugar: 8g
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped jalapeno peppers, red onion, garlic powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, salt, and pepper. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into balls.
- Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Place the balls on the hot skillet and use a sturdy spatula to smash them down firmly into patties.
- Cook the patties for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they reach your preferred level of doneness.
- In the last minute of cooking, place a cheese slice on each patty and let it melt.
- Meanwhile, toast the burger buns on the skillet or grill, until they're lightly golden and crispy.
- Combine the ketchup and mayonnaise to create a tangy, spicy sauce. Spread this sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun.
- Place a lettuce leaf and a tomato slice on top of the sauce.
- Add the cooked patty with melted cheese on top of the tomato.
- Cover with the top bun. Serve the burgers hot, with a side of fries or a fresh salad for a complete meal.
Tips
- For extra spiciness, consider adding a dash of hot sauce to the mayo-ketchup mixture.
- You can swap out the lettuce for arugula or spinach for a different flavor profile.
- For a lighter version, use whole wheat buns and lean ground beef.