Tex-Mex Smash Burger

Instructions

1. To start, thinly slice the bell peppers and onion and set them aside.
2. In a large bowl, add ground beef, taco seasoning, and diced green chilies. Mix until all ingredients are combined. Separated into four large balls. Cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to cook.
3. In a separate bowl, add mayo, chipotle sauce, lime juice, salt, pepper, and green chilies. Mix until combined. Cover and refrigerate until you’re ready to serve.
4. In a skillet, add the cooking oil of choice and a mixture of onions and peppers. Add them in a pile (You’ll make four piles total–to fit four of the hamburger balls you created earlier) I like to add a little salt to the veggies.
5. Let them cook for a bit before adding the ground beef ball to the top. Use parchment paper and a spatula to smash the burgers down until they are flat. This will help to form a crust on the burgers.
6. Allow the burgers to cook for 2-3 minutes on the first side before flipping them over. Cook the burger until it meets your desired temperature.
7. Add two tablespoons of queso to the top of the burgers. Then top with a slice of American cheese. Allow the cheeses to melt and mingle.
8. I add a pot top to help the melting process
9. Assemble the burger by adding Chipotle mayo to the bottom of the bun, then add your burger pattie with tomato, more sauce if you desire, then the top bun.
10. Enjoy!