Az Burger Recipe
half pound burger, pepper jack cheese, housemade jalapeño jam, lettuce, tomato, pickle, red onion
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Toppings
Jalapeño Jam
Method
Jalapeño Jam
- 1
Prepare the Jalapeño Jam
Start by washing and finely chopping the fresh jalapeños. You can remove the seeds if you prefer less heat.
- 2
Cook the Mixture
In a saucepan, combine the chopped jalapeños, sugar, apple cider vinegar, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat.
- 3
Simmer
Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 20 minutes, or until it thickens. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 4
Cool the Jam
Once thickened, remove from heat and allow to cool before using.
Burger Preparation
- 5
Form the Patties
In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently but thoroughly, then divide the mixture into two equal portions and shape them into half-pound patties.
- 6
- 7
Add Cheese
After flipping, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the burger reaches desired doneness.
- 8
Toast the Buns
While the burgers are cooking, lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
Assemble the Burger
- 9
Layer the Ingredients
On the bottom half of each toasted burger bun, place a lettuce leaf, followed by the cooked burger patty with melted cheese.
- 10
Add Toppings
Top the burger with slices of tomato, pickles, and red onion.
- 11
Spread Jalapeño Jam
Spread a generous amount of housemade jalapeño jam on the top half of the bun before closing the burger.
- 12
Serve
Serve the AZ Burger immediately with your choice of side.
