Chile Sirloin Burgers with Salsa Verde
Elevate your burger game with these juicy Chile Sirloin Burgers topped with a bright and zesty homemade salsa verde! Made with lean ground sirloin and seasoned with smoky ancho chili powder, cumin, and garlic, these burgers deliver bold, savory flavors in every bite. The tangy salsa verde—blended from fresh tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeño, and lime juice—adds a refreshing, tangy kick that perfectly complements the smoky char from the grill. Serve these burgers on toasty ciabatta or hamburger buns, and take them to the next level with optional toppings like creamy avocado and crisp red onion slices. Ready in just 30 minutes, this recipe is perfect for summer cookouts, weeknight dinners, or any time you're craving a gourmet burger experience. Don’t forget to make extra salsa verde for dipping—it's that good!
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground sirloin beef
- 1 teaspoon ancho chili powder
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 ciabatta or hamburger buns
- 4 ripe tomatillos (husked and rinsed)
- 0.5 cup fresh cilantro leaves
- 1 jalapeño pepper
- 1 small garlic clove
- 1 lime (juice only)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 red onion (thinly sliced, optional)
- 1 sliced avocado (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your grill or stovetop grill pan to medium-high heat.
Step 2
In a large bowl, combine the ground sirloin, ancho chili powder, ground cumin, garlic powder, kosher salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into burger patties.
Step 3
Place the tomatillos, cilantro, jalapeño (stem removed), garlic clove, lime juice, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil into a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth to create the salsa verde. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt if needed. Set aside.
Step 4
Brush the remaining tablespoon of olive oil on each burger patty. Place the patties on the preheated grill and cook for 4–5 minutes on each side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F for medium doneness. Toast the buns on the grill for 1–2 minutes, if desired.
Step 5
Assemble the burgers: Place the cooked patty on the bottom half of each bun. Spoon a generous amount of salsa verde over the top, then add optional toppings like thinly sliced red onion and avocado. Cover with the top bun.
Step 6
Serve the Chile Sirloin Burgers with extra salsa verde on the side. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1467.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2237.4 |
| Total Fat 92.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 25.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 301.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2732.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 222.1g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 22.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 21.2g | |
| Protein 132.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 246.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 22.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3408.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories