Description
These Jalapeño-Onion Smash Burgers are packed with flavor and heat, perfect for those who enjoy a spicy kick in their burger. The combination of pickled jalapeños, savory onions, and melted cheddar cheese makes every bite a delicious experience.
Ingredients
Scale
Ground Beef Patties:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Toppings:
- 1/2 cup pickled jalapeños (drained and chopped)
- 1 small onion (thinly sliced)
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 brioche or hamburger buns (toasted)
Additional:
- 2 tablespoons butter or oil (for cooking)
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles, mayo, ketchup, mustard
Instructions
- Mix the Beef: Gently combine ground beef with Worcestershire sauce, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl.
- Form Patties: Divide the seasoned beef into 4 balls; avoid overworking the meat.
- Cook: Heat a skillet, add butter or oil, place beef balls, top with onions and jalapeños, then smash flat. Cook until crispy.
- Add Cheese: Flip the patties, top with cheddar, cook until melted.
- Assemble: Place patties on buns, add desired toppings, and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra heat, use fresh jalapeños instead of pickled.
- You can double up the patties for a bigger, diner-style smash burger.
- Serve with fries, chips, or a fresh side salad.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 580
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 840mg
- Fat: 37g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 18g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 32g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
