El Diablo Recipe
Seasoned with over 10 different spices, a touch of melted Pepper Jack Cheese, jalapeños, crispy onion rings and smothered in our Buffalo sauce.
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Ingredients
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Spices
Main Ingredients
Method
Preparation
- 1
Mix the Spices
In a small bowl, combine paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, black pepper, oregano, thyme, and salt. Mix well to combine.
- 2
Prepare the Beef
In a large bowl, add the ground beef and the mixed spices. Use your hands to thoroughly combine the spices into the beef.
- 3
Form Patties
Divide the seasoned beef into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, making a slight indentation in the center.
- 4
Slice the Jalapeños
Remove the stems and seeds from the jalapeños, then slice them into thin rings.
Cooking
- 5
- 6
Add Cheese
During the last minute of cooking, place about 1/4 cup of pepper jack cheese on top of each patty and cover to melt.
- 7
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.
Assembly
- 8
Assemble the Burger
Place a cheese-topped patty on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Top with sliced jalapeños, a generous drizzle of buffalo sauce, and a handful of crispy onion rings. Place the top bun to finish.
- 9
Serve
Serve immediately while hot, with extra buffalo sauce on the side if desired.
