Description
These Spicy Jalapeño-Onion Smash Burgers are a flavorful twist on the classic burger, featuring juicy ground beef patties seasoned with aromatic spices, topped with melted pepper jack cheese and a sautéed jalapeño and onion mixture for a perfect balance of heat and sweetness. Perfectly cooked on a skillet or grill and served on toasted buns, these burgers bring a spicy kick to your meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Burger Patties
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
Jalapeño-Onion Topping
- 2 jalapeños, diced
- 1/2 cup diced onions
Instructions
- Preheat Cooking Surface: Preheat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat to ensure a hot surface for cooking the burgers evenly and achieving a good sear.
- Prepare the Beef Mixture: In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix thoroughly to evenly distribute the seasoning throughout the meat.
- Shape Patties: Divide the seasoned beef into 4 equal portions and shape each into a burger patty of uniform thickness to ensure even cooking.
- Cook Patties: Place the patties on the hot skillet or grill and cook for 3-4 minutes on one side until a crust forms; then flip and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes or until the burgers reach your desired doneness.
- Add Cheese: A few minutes before the burgers finish cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and allow it to melt while the burgers finish cooking.
- Sauté Jalapeños and Onions: While the burgers cook, heat a separate skillet over medium heat and sauté the diced jalapeños and onions until they are tender and slightly caramelized, enhancing their flavor and softness.
- Rest the Burgers: Remove the cooked patties from heat and let them rest for a few minutes to redistribute the juices, ensuring a moist burger.
- Toast Buns: Place the hamburger buns cut-side down on the skillet or grill for about a minute until they are lightly charred and toasted, adding texture and flavor.
- Assemble Burger Bottom: Place each rested burger patty on the bottom half of the toasted buns to prepare for topping.
- Add Jalapeño-Onion Topping: Spoon a generous amount of the sautéed jalapeños and onions over each burger patty to add a spicy and savory layer.
- Complete the Burger: Top each burger with the top half of the bun to complete the sandwich.
- Serve: Serve the spicy jalapeño-onion smash burgers immediately while hot, with your choice of condiments and sides for a satisfying meal.
Notes
- You can adjust the amount of jalapeños according to your preferred spice level.
- For a juicier burger, avoid pressing down on the patties while cooking.
- Feel free to substitute pepper jack cheese with cheddar or your favorite melting cheese.
- To reduce spiciness, remove jalapeño seeds before dicing.
- These burgers pair well with fries, coleslaw, or a fresh salad.
