Taco Burger (original) (raw)
Juicy homemade burgers with a little kick from taco seasoning that are piled high with homemade guacamole, pico de gallo and crisp lettuce make these the ultimate Taco Burgers! Don’t forget to toast the bun to make them extra delicious.
I bet you thought your burgers couldn’t get any better! That may have been true until you found this taco burger recipe. I’m introducing a brand new twist on your favorite burger.
It’s so juicy and has tons of flavor from the taco seasoning, guacamole and pico de gallo. Not to mention the melty cheese inside the burgers really adds so much flavor. Add your favorite burger toppings and you’ve got the best burger around! Who knew combining burgers and tacos would give you the most incredible meal?
- This super juicy burger is seasoned with taco seasoning, shredded cheese and salsa.
- Low carb friendly if you skip the bun. This is also a gluten friendly burger as long as you get GF buns or skip it.
- Buy your guacamole and pico de gallo to make this super easy to make, yet packed with flavor.
- Ground beef – We recommend a 80/20 blend so your burgers aren’t dry. Plus, remember – fat is flavor.
- Taco seasoning – Make your own homemade taco seasoning with chili powder, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, paprika, ground cumin, sea salt and ground black pepper or grab a packet at the grocery story.
- Salsa – Grab a thick, chunky style salsa so your burger doesn’t get too much liquid in it.
- Sharp cheddar cheese – Shred the cheese yourself for the best result.
- Guacamole – Either homemade or store bought works.
- Pico de gallo – Try making homemade or use your favorite store bought version.
- Hamburger buns – Use your favorite burger buns and toast them for the best burger.
- Lettuce – We used a nice leaf lettuce. Opposed to lettuce? You can skip this!
- Fried onion and bell peppers
- Refried beans
- Tomatoes
- Fresh cilantro
- Pickled jalapeños
- Pepper jack cheese
- Queso
- Mayonnaise mixed with some lime juice and a pinch of salt or hot sauce
You can definitely use ground chicken or ground turkey. Just remember that the recommended internal temperature for poultry is 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a mixing bowl combine beef, taco seasoning, salsa and cheese. Shape into 6-8 patties, depending on how thick you want them.
Grill patties 4-5 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
Butter the insides of the buns. Place the butter side of the buns face down while the burgers cook to toast your buns. Remove when toasted.
Fill buns with lettuce, burger, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
Pro Tips
- Use beef that is no leaner than 85% but I prefer 80%. Due to the high fat content, your burger will be juicy and full of flavor. Beware that burgers made with higher fat will shrink more when they are grilled.
- When you form the patties, wet your hands to keep the beef from sticking to them. Separate the patties with my favorite hamburger patty paper.
- Ideally, you want the burger to be about 3/4 inch thick. To keep the patties from swelling in the middle, make a small indentation in the center.
- Make sure you don’t cook your patties over high heat. You want to cook them over a medium-low to medium heat. This will keep your burgers juicy. A high heat will burn the outside of the burger and the inside will not be done.
Fridge: Store cooked, cooled burgers in the refrigerator in an airtight container up to 4 days. Keep the burger patties separate from all of the toppings while you are storing them.
Freezer: Make a few too many burgers? Wrap them individually in plastic wrap before storing them in a freezer bag or airtight container. Thaw overnight in the fridge.
You can reheat leftover taco burgers in the microwave with a little bit of water to keep the moisture. Another way is to put them in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for about 10 minutes if you are reheating a few at one time.
Combine taco night with burger night and enjoy these delicious burgers! This recipe for taco burgers is so simple and full of flavor. I know you will add it to your regular rotation!
Did you make this? If you snap a photo, please be sure tag me on Instagram at @gimmesomegrilling or #gimmesomegrilling so I can see your grilling masterpieces!
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▢ 2 pounds ground beef 85% lean
▢ 1 ounce taco seasoning
▢ ½ cup thick and chunky salsa
▢ 8 ounces sharp cheddar cheese shredded
▢ ½ cup guacamole
▢ ⅔ cup pico de gallo
▢ 8 hamburger buns
▢ 8 leaves of lettuce
Preheat grill to medium heat about 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
In a mixing bowl combine beef, taco seasoning, salsa and cheese. Shape into 6-8 patties depending on how thick you want them.
Grill patties 4-5 minutes on each side or until internal temperature reaches 160 degrees Fahrenheit.
Butter the insides of the buns. Place the butter side of the buns face down while the burgers cook to toast your buns. Remove when toasted.
Top buns with lettuce, burger, guacamole, and pico de gallo.
Calories: 765kcal (38%), Carbohydrates: 51g (17%), Protein: 50g (100%), Fat: 41g (63%), Saturated Fat: 17g (106%), Cholesterol: 142mg (47%), Sodium: 1489mg (65%), Potassium: 1638mg (47%), Fiber: 10g (42%), Sugar: 11g (12%), Vitamin A: 36675IU (734%), Vitamin C: 50.9mg (62%), Calcium: 575mg (58%), Iron: 10.1mg (56%)
Set out a bowl of tortilla chips to enjoy with any extra homemade guac or pico de gallo while everyone waits for supper to be ready.
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