Pepper Jack Cheeseburgers With Jalapeño-Cumin Sauce Recipe

Pepper Jack Cheeseburgers With Jalapeño-Cumin Sauce

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30 mins (prep 30)

17 ingredients

4 servings

The classic American cheeseburger is taken to new heights with this Tex-Mex version that includes jalapeño-laced Monterey Jack cheese. Mixing the cheese right in to the burger is the secret to keeping the burgers moist even when cooked through. The burgers do have a tendency to stick to the grill so be sure to oil the grate before cooking. This recipe was adapted from the king of the grill, Steven Raichlen. Beer Recommendations: The heat from the peppers and the richness of the cheese calls for a solid ESB with a hoppy aroma and slightly sweet & citrusy tang like Young’s Special London Ale. If you are searching for a beverage that is not quite so hoppy try a dark lager like Negra Modello for a smooth finish that is sure to please all.

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Ingredients

3 large fresh serrano peppers, seeded and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup fresh cilantro, plus
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh cilantro
3 large garlic cloves, smashed
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon ground cumin
kosher salt
1 1/2 lbs ground sirloin, room temperature
1 cup shredded monterey jack pepper cheese, shredded
fresh ground pepper
4 onion topped buns
olive oil, for brushing
2 -3 tablespoons mayonnaise
1/4 head tomatoes, thinly sliced
sliced pickled jalapeno pepper, for serving

Nutrition

Serving Size (306.32 g)

Servings 4

Amount per Serving

Calories 836.41 Calories from Fat 353.52

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 39.28g 241.73%

Saturated Fat 12.74g 254.7%

Trans Fat 1.24g %

Cholesterol 150.5mg 200.67%

Sodium 598.49mg 99.75%

Total Carbohydrate 67.12g 89.5%

Dietary Fiber 16.74 g 267.83%

Sugars 1.25 g %

Protein 56.73g 453.83%

Vitamin A 55.01IU% Vitamin C 12.42mg%

Calcium 232.84mg% Iron 14.56mg%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your diet value must be higher or lower depending upon your calorie needs:

Calories 2,000 2,500

Total Fat Less Than 65g 80g

Sat Fat Less Than 20g 25g

Cholesterol Less Than 300mg 300mg

Sodium Less Than 2,400mg 2,400mg

Total Carb 300g 375g

Dietary Fiber 25g 30g

Potassium 3,500 mg

Protein 50 g

Calories Per Gram

Fat 9•Carbohydrate 4•Protein 4

*Nutrition information was calculated excluding the following ingredients:
serrano peppers, fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped fresh cilantro, large garlic cloves, fresh lime juice, ground cumin, fresh ground pepper, pickled jalapeno pepper

Cooking Instructions