Zesty Garlic Guacamole Burger Recipes

LT GUACAMOLE BURGER

Steps:

• Heat a griddle medium hot.
• Using your hands, form the beef into a 1/4-inch-thick patty, trying not to press the patty too much or the meat becomes tough and the patty does not cook properly in the center. Brush some butter on both sides of the patty, season with salt and pepper and cook on the griddle for 2 to 3 minutes. Flip the burger, place the cheese on top and continue griddling for 2 to 3 minutes for medium rare.
• Meanwhile, brush softened butter on both slices of the bun and place on the griddle until toasted.
• To assemble, place the hamburger on the bottom slice of the bun, and the lettuce, tomato and pickle on top of the hamburger. Spread the LT Guacamole on the top bun and then put the sandwich together and serve.
• Mash the ingredients together in a medium bowl.

ZESTY SALSA BURGERS

Steps:

• 1. Spray grate of outdoor grill with grilling spray. Preheat grill to medium heat according to manufacturer's directions. Meanwhile, set aside 1/3 cup drained tomatoes. Mix together beef, remaining drained tomatoes, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Shape into 4 patties, about 1/2-inch thick.
• 2. Grill patties 10 minutes or until cooked through (160 degrees F), turning once. Top each patty with 1 slice cheese; melt slightly.
• 3. Place patties on bottom halves of buns. Top each patty with 3 or 4 avocado slices and a generous tablespoon of reserved tomatoes. Close with tops of buns. Serve immediately.

SPICY PORK BURGERS WITH GUACAMOLE

Steps:

• Working over a large bowl, finely grate the zest from the 1/2 orange and then squeeze in about 2 tablespoons of juice. Stir in the 1/4 cup minced onion, the jalapenos, cumin, coriander, garlic powder, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and 1 teaspoon pepper. Add the pork and mix well. Form the mixture into 4 patties; transfer to a plate or baking sheet.
• Preheat a grill, grill pan or large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties, turning once or twice, until an instant-read thermometer inserted in the thickest part of a patty registers 160 degrees F, about 10 minutes.
• Meanwhile, cut the avocados in half lengthwise and discard the pits. Scoop the flesh into a medium bowl and, using a fork, lightly mash into a chunky paste. Fold in the cilantro, lime juice and the remaining 2 tablespoons red onion; season with salt and pepper.
• Transfer the patties to a clean plate or baking sheet and tent with foil; let rest for 5 minutes. On the grill, grill pan or in the skillet, toast the buns over medium-high heat until golden, 1 to 2 minutes. Put the patties on the bottom buns and top with the guacamole. Close the burgers and serve.