Spanish Burgers With Romesco And Manchego Cheese Recipe

Experience the taste of Spain with these incredible burgers! This recipe features a vibrant Romesco sauce (a roasted red pepper pesto), perfectly complementing juicy beef patties and sharp Manchego cheese. Forget cheddar – this is the ultimate cheeseburger upgrade! Prepare the Romesco up to two weeks in advance for effortless weeknight cooking. While you can add lettuce and tomato, we recommend savoring the rich flavors of the Romesco and Manchego without distractions. Inspired by Rick Rodgers, author of over 25 cookbooks, and seen on a local news station, this recipe is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 173.6 kcal
Protein 5g
Rating 4.3 (4 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Spanish Burgers With Romesco And Manchego Cheese

  1. Prepare the Romesco: Combine garlic, almonds, roasted red peppers, red wine vinegar, smoked paprika, and oregano in a food processor. Pulse until coarsely chopped. With the motor running, slowly drizzle in olive oil until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  2. Prepare the Grill: For charcoal, build a two-zone fire with one hot side and one cooler side. For gas, preheat one side to high and the other to low.
  3. Prepare the Patties: Gently mix ground beef, salt, and pepper. Form into 4 patties (about 4 inches wide), making a slight indentation in the center of each to prevent bulging.
  4. Sear the Patties: Lightly oil the grill grates. Place patties on the hot side of the grill. Cook for 2 minutes per side, until seared.
  5. Finish Cooking: Move patties to the cooler side of the grill. Cook for 4 minutes for medium-rare, turning once, or until internal temperature reaches 125°F (using a meat thermometer inserted horizontally).
  6. Melt the Cheese: During the last 2 minutes of cooking, top each burger with a slice of Manchego cheese and place buns on the grill to lightly toast.
  7. Assemble & Serve: Place cooked patties on toasted buns. Top with a generous dollop of Romesco sauce and optional tomato and lettuce. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

48 g

Sugar

12g

Fat

8g

Carbs

2g