Sara's Chilli Beef Burger

Turn up the heat with Sara’s Chilli Beef Burger—a bold and flavorful twist on the classic burger that’s guaranteed to impress! This irresistible recipe combines juicy, 80% lean ground beef with fiery red chilies, aromatic garlic, and warm spices like paprika and cumin for a smoky depth. Fresh cilantro adds a pop of herbal brightness, while melted cheddar cheese takes these patties to the next level. Served on perfectly toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, juicy tomato slices, pickled jalapeños, and a creamy homemade burger sauce made from mayonnaise and ketchup, this creation is a true celebration of spice and savor. Ready in just over 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate weeknight meal for burger lovers craving a hint of heat. Pair it with fries or a crisp side salad and dive into a flavor-packed experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 61/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 g ground beef (80% lean)
• 2 red chili, finely chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 small onion, finely grated
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp black pepper
• 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
• 50 g breadcrumbs
• 1 egg
• 2 tbsp vegetable oil
• 4 burger buns
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 4 cheddar cheese slices
• 4 tbsp mayonnaise
• 2 tbsp ketchup
• 8 pieces pickled jalapeños, sliced

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, red chili, minced garlic, grated onion, paprika, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, chopped cilantro, breadcrumbs, and egg. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 2

Shape the mixture into 4 equal-sized burger patties. Make a small indent in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add the patties and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side, or until cooked through and slightly charred on the outside.

Step 4

During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty and cover the skillet with a lid to allow the cheese to melt.

Step 5

Toast the burger buns lightly in a grill pan or toaster for about 1 minute, until golden brown.

Step 6

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and ketchup to make a simple burger sauce.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers: spread the burger sauce on the bottom half of each bun, then layer with a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, the cooked burger patty with melted cheese, and pickled jalapeños. Top with the upper half of the bun.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your favorite sides like fries or a fresh salad. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1418.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3269.1

Total Fat 223.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 74.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 18.5g
Cholesterol 700.7mg	0%
Sodium 5895.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 173.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.9g	0%
Total Sugars 31.7g
Protein 143.2g	0%

Vitamin D 79.0IU	0%
Calcium 1228.7mg	0%
Iron 21.6mg	0%
Potassium 2827.4mg	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: 61.3%

Protein: 17.5%

Carbs: 21.2%