Jul 14 2026
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Santa Fe Burger Recipe

Inspired by Tortellino d'Oro
Time1h
Serves4

Make Santa Fe Burger Recipe in just 1h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

Buns

Method

Preparing the Burger Patties

  1. 1

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until just combined.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each portion into a patty that is about ¾ inch thick.

  3. 3

    Chill Patties

    Place the patties on a plate and refrigerate for about 30 minutes to help them firm up.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 4

    Preheat Grill

    Preheat your grill or a skillet over medium-high heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or skillet.

  2. 5

    Cook Patties

    Place the chilled patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side, until they are cooked to your desired doneness.

  3. 6

    Add Cheese

    In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and close the grill lid or cover the skillet until the cheese melts.

Preparing the Toppings

  1. 7

    Slice Vegetables

    While the patties are cooking, slice the avocado, tomato, and red onion. Set aside.

  2. 8

    Prepare Lettuce

    Wash and dry the lettuce leaves.

  3. 9

    Mix Sauce

    In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise with hot sauce to create a spicy mayo.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 10

    Toast Buns

    If desired, toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.

  2. 11

    Build the Burger

    Spread the spicy mayo on the bottom half of each bun. Place a cooked patty with melted cheese on top, followed by lettuce, tomato, red onion, and avocado slices. Top with the other half of the bun.

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