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Chili burgers

Recipe Information

Description:
Chili burgers is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 10 minutes of prep time and about 25 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 35 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered intermediate. This recipe will yield 4 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 4
Preparation Time 10 Minutes
Cook Time 25 Minutes
Total Time 35 Minutes
Difficulty Intermediate
Main Ingredient Ground Beef
Category Meat
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Cuisine American
Cook Method Grilling
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon canola oil

  • 1 onion, finely chopped

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and finely chopped

  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin

  • 1 cup cooked black beans

  • 12 ounces 90% lean ground beef

  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste

  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon dried thyme

  • ½ teaspoon salt

  • ½ teaspoon black pepper

  • 4 whole-wheat Kaiser rolls, split and toasted

  • Tomatosalsa, for garnish

  • Shredded lettuce, for garnish

Directions

  • Heat the oil in a small skillet and cook the onion until lightly golden, about three minutes.

  • Stir in the garlic, jalapeño pepper, and cumin and cook for about two minutes. Remove from heat and transfer to bowl. Add the beans and mash with a potato masher. Add the beef, tomato paste, cilantro, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix until even.

  • Shape the mixture into thick patties and grill until cooked, about five minutes for each side.

  • Place on toasted rolls and use salsa and lettuce as garnish.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 377 cal

  • Total fat: 8g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 53mg

  • Sodium: 705mg

  • Potassium: 486mg

  • Carbohydrate: 50g

  • Fiber: 7g

  • Protein: 30g