Chili Con Carne Burger
Posted on 18 Apr 2013In being experimental with flavours in the kitchen –usually to good result– I devised this chili con carne burger recipe. Which is simply an adaptation of my chili recipe to burger form.
Ingredients
| Amount | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 500 g (1 lb) | ground beef |
| 250 g (½ lb) | ground pork |
| 1 | onion, grated |
| 2 cloves | garlic, minced |
| 2 | jalapeño peppers, finely chopped |
| 1 tablespoon | cumin |
| 1 teaspoon | paprika |
| 1 teaspoon | chili powder |
| 1 teaspoon | dried oregano |
| ½ teaspoon | kosher salt |
| ½ teaspoon | black pepper |
| ¼ teaspoon | ancho chili powder (optional) |
| ¼ teaspoon | cayenne pepper (optional) |
| 1 | egg |
Directions
- In a small bowl combine the salt and spices.
- In a large bowl combine the beef, pork, egg, onion and garlic –stand mixer works wonders here.
- Add the spice mélange and mix thoroughly.
- Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 20 minutes
- When ready, take the meat out and portion it for patty formation –about ½ a cup makes a nice sized patty.
- Let the patties come towards room temperature before cooking.
My preferred to cook burgers (if it’s not outdoor-grill-season) is to use a heavy cast-iron skillet (preheating over medium-high heat, prior to adding butter (yes) and the patties) then searing/browning the patties for about 4-5 minutes a side.