Description
Juicy jalapeno pepper jack burgers deliver a spicy southwestern kick with perfect cheese melting. Grill masters and home cooks can easily craft this zesty sandwich you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pounds (454 grams) lean ground beef
- 6 Hy-Vee pepper jack cheese slices
Vegetables and Herbs:
- 1 medium white onion, sliced and sauteed
- 1 jalapeno, thinly sliced
- 1 small red bell pepper, sliced
- 1 teaspoon dried cilantro
Bread:
- 3 Hy-Vee Bakery Fresh sesame buns, split
Instructions
- Preheat the grill to medium heat (around 400°F), lightly oiling the grates to prevent sticking and ensure smooth burger release.
- Gently shape ground beef into three equal-sized patties, creating a shallow center depression to promote uniform cooking and prevent bulging.
- Briefly toast buns on the grill until they develop golden-brown edges and acquire a light crisp texture.
- Carefully place burger patties on the hot grill, cooking approximately 4-5 minutes per side until internal temperature reaches 160°F for food safety.
- During the final two minutes of grilling, layer pepper jack cheese atop each patty, allowing it to melt and become gloriously smooth.
- Construct the burger by layering sauteed onions on the bottom bun, positioning the cheese-topped patty, then artfully arranging jalapeno slices, red bell pepper strips, and fresh cilantro before crowning with the top bun.
Notes
- Customize patty thickness for perfect grilling, aiming for 3/4-inch thick burgers to maintain juiciness and even cooking.
- Prevent burger shrinkage by making a slight thumb indent in the center of each patty, helping them maintain a flat shape during grilling.
- Use fresh ground beef with moderate fat content (80/20 blend) for maximum flavor and moisture, ensuring a tender burger texture.
- Experiment with alternative cheese options like sharp cheddar or smoked gouda for different flavor profiles while maintaining the spicy kick.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 525
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 90mg