Paula's El Paso Burgers

Get ready to spice up your burger night with Paula’s El Paso Burgers, a bold and flavorful twist on the classic American favorite! These juicy patties, made with a 80/20 ground beef blend, are seasoned with smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, and a fiery kick of minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Cooked to perfection and topped with melted cheddar cheese, they’re layered with fresh lettuce, ripe tomato, red onion, and tangy pickled jalapeños for a Tex-Mex flair. A dollop of creamy sour cream and a sprinkle of fresh cilantro add the perfect finishing touch. Toasted buttered burger buns bring it all together, making this a savory delight you’ll want to share. Perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or your next backyard barbecue, Paula’s El Paso Burgers deliver big, bold flavors in just 25 minutes.

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo sauce, finely minced
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 4 slices cheddar cheese slices
• 4 burger buns
• 2 tablespoons butter, softened
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 0.5 red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.25 cup pickled jalapeños
• 0.25 cup sour cream
• 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with smoked paprika, ground cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, kosher salt, black pepper, and minced chipotle peppers in adobo sauce. Mix until just combined; do not overwork the meat.

Step 2

Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties, approximately 1/2-inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to ensure even cooking.

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the vegetable oil and let it heat until shimmering.

Step 4

Cook the burger patties for 3-4 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness. During the final minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty and cover the skillet with a lid to melt the cheese.

Step 5

While the burgers cook, butter the cut sides of the burger buns. Toast them in a separate skillet or on the grill until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 6

To assemble the burgers, spread a dollop of sour cream on the bottom bun, then layer with a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, and a cooked burger patty. Top the patty with red onion slices, pickled jalapeños, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.

Step 7

Finish with the top bun and serve immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as fries or tortilla chips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1361.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3150.9

Total Fat 228.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 102.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 8.4g
Cholesterol 672.0mg	0%
Sodium 3741.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 109.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.7g	0%
Total Sugars 20.6g
Protein 161.6g	0%

Vitamin D 42.1IU	0%
Calcium 1223.1mg	0%
Iron 19.1mg	0%
Potassium 2582.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 65.5%

Protein: 20.6%

Carbs: 14.0%