Chorizo Burger

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: American cheese

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories while still melting well.

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns add fiber and nutrients.

avocado

🥗Healthier: smashed peas

💰Cheaper: store-bought guacamole

Smashed peas offer a similar creamy texture.

Mix 1 pound of chorizo and 1 pound of 80/20 ground beef in a bowl until evenly combined.

Divide the meat mixture into portions of about 4.5 ounces each and shape into patties.

Season the patties with SPG seasoning (salt, pepper, garlic) on both sides.

Heat avocado oil on a griddle over medium-high heat.

Cook the patties for about 5 minutes until a golden crust forms on the bottom.

Flip the patties and add canned green chilies on top of them while cooking.

Cook for another 5 minutes, checking for doneness.

Add a slice of pepper jack cheese on top of each patty and cover to let the cheese melt.

Toast the brioche buns on the griddle until golden brown, flipping them to toast both sides.

Assemble the burger by placing the patty with melted cheese on the bottom half of the bun, then top with the other half of the bun.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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