Mexican Fiesta Burger

9m
Prep Time
9m
Cook Time
18m
Ready In

Recipe: #38844

June 02, 2022

Categories: Burgers



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Original is 1 serving

Nutritional

  • Serving Size: 1 (212.2 g)
  • Calories 529.6
  • Total Fat - 37.7 g
  • Saturated Fat - 17.9 g
  • Cholesterol - 162.4 mg
  • Sodium - 852.7 mg
  • Total Carbohydrate - 3.4 g
  • Dietary Fiber - 0.3 g
  • Sugars - 1.5 g
  • Protein - 42.7 g
  • Calcium - 276.8 mg
  • Iron - 3.9 mg
  • Vitamin C - 7.5 mg
  • Thiamin - 0.3 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Mix the taco seasoning into the beef form a patty

Step 2

Fry

Step 3

Butter bun grill

Step 4

Put cheese on burger

Step 5

Put jalapeno peppers on top of cheese

Step 6

Put guacamole on top of bun then Pico de Gallo

Step 7

Put shaved lettuce on bottom

Step 8

Put burger on top of lettuce

Step 9

Put lid on

Tips


No special items needed.

Editorial Notes

The ingredient tips, suggestions, variations, facts, questions and answers below are not edits to the original author's recipe. They are not meant to imply any change would improve the recipe. They're offered for convenience, alternative ideas, and points of interest. If you have any comments about them, please post in the Help & Ideas forum.


  • Choose a lean ground beef for a healthier option.
  • For a spicier burger, use a hotter pepper jack cheese.

  • For the ground beef, substitute ground turkey for a leaner option with less saturated fat. The benefit of this substitution is that it will reduce the fat and calorie content of the burger without sacrificing flavor.
  • For the hamburger bun, substitute a whole wheat bun for a healthier option. The benefit of this substitution is that it will increase the nutrition content of the burger with added fiber and vitamins.

Veggie Fiesta Burger Replace the ground beef with a veggie patty. Fry the patty according to the package instructions. Assemble the burger as directed, omitting the jalapeno peppers. Top with a dollop of vegan sour cream.



Mexican Rice: Mexican rice is a flavorful side dish that pairs perfectly with the Mexican Fiesta Burger. It is made with long grain rice, onions, garlic, tomatoes, and cilantro, and can be spiced up with jalapenos if desired. It is a great way to add a little extra flavor to the meal.


Black Bean Salad: Black bean salad is a great accompaniment to the Mexican Fiesta Burger. It is made with black beans, tomatoes, onions, bell peppers, and cilantro, and can be seasoned with lime juice and cumin. This healthy and flavorful salad adds a fresh and crunchy element to the meal, and is a great way to get more vegetables in your diet.




FAQ

Q: How do I cook the Mexican Fiesta Burger?

A: To cook the Mexican Fiesta Burger, mix the taco seasoning into the beef to form a patty. Fry the patty in butter. Grill the bun. Place the cheese on the burger, then the jalapeno peppers on top of the cheese. Put guacamole on top of the bun, then Pico de Gallo. Place the shaved lettuce on the bottom, then the burger on top. Place the lid on and enjoy.



Q: What ingredients are needed for the Mexican Fiesta Burger?

A: The ingredients needed for the Mexican Fiesta Burger are taco seasoning, ground beef, butter, a bun, cheese, jalapeno peppers, guacamole, Pico de Gallo, and lettuce.

1 Reviews

lazyme

This burger was a hit at my house. I made mine with the pepper jack and jalapenos but my kids don't like much spice so they skipped them and used cheddar and provolone cheese instead. Good all ways. Thanks for sharing this nice keeper, Dee.

5.0

review by:
(25 May 2023)

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Fun facts:

Fun Fact 1: Mexican Fiesta Burgers are a popular dish in Mexico and have been served since the 1950s. The dish was popularized by the Mexican singer and actor Pedro Infante, who starred in the movie "Nosotros Los Pobres" and sang a song about the burger.

Fun Fact 2: Mexican Fiesta Burgers are a favorite dish of the late Mexican actor and comedian Cantinflas. He was known for his popular catch phrase "¡Ay, caramba!" and he often ate Mexican Fiesta Burgers when he was filming on location.