Mexican Grilled Hamburgers Recipe

Spice up your burger night with these delicious Mexican Grilled Hamburgers! Juicy grilled patties packed with zesty salsa and cilantro are nestled in warm flour tortillas with melted cheese, creating a flavor explosion that's like a taco and burger all in one. This recipe adds a fun twist to a classic, perfect for a family dinner or a casual get-together. Get ready for a fiesta in your mouth!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 458.5 kcal
Protein 59g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Mexican Grilled Hamburgers

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mexican Grilled Hamburgers

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How to Make Mexican Grilled Hamburgers

  1. In a large mixing bowl, gently combine 1 lb ground beef, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp black pepper, 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes, and 2 tbsp chopped chives.
  2. Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions. Shape each portion into a large, slightly thick patty. Add 2 tablespoons of your favorite salsa and 1 tablespoon of chopped cilantro to the center of each patty before shaping.
  3. Cut each patty in half to create 8 smaller burgers.
  4. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Grill the patties for 6 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired doneness.
  5. Warm 8 flour tortillas on the grill for a minute per side, or until lightly browned.
  6. Place each burger patty in a tortilla. Top with 1 slice of your favorite cheese (cheddar, Monterey Jack, or pepper jack work well).
  7. Fold the tortillas in half. Grill for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the tortilla has nice grill marks.
  8. Top with sliced tomatoes, red onion, and romaine lettuce. Add a dollop of ranch dressing.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy your Mexican Grilled Hamburgers – they're best eaten like a taco!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

25 g

Sugar

11g

Fat

48g

Carbs

9g