Taco Beef Burgers

Taco Beef Burgers

Bite into this mouth-watering Mexican inspired burger and experience a “fiesta” of flavours!
Total Time 25 Minutes
Servings 6

Ingredient List

  • 1 1/2 lb (750 g) lean ground beef
  • 1 pkg (35 g) Old El Pasoᵀᴹ Taco Seasoning Mix
  • 1/3 cup (75 mL) Old El Pasoᵀᴹ Medium Thick N' Chunky Salsa
  • 1/4 cup (50 mL) dry breadcrumbs
  • 1 egg
  • 6 slices processed Cheddar, Swiss or mozzarella cheese
  • 6 hamburger buns, toasted
  • Old El Pasoᵀᴹ Medium Thick N' Chunky Salsa

Preparation

  1. Combine beef, seasoning mix, salsa, breadcrumbs and egg. Form into 6 patties, each 1/2-inch (1.25 cm) thick.
  2. Preheat barbecue to medium-high. Grill burgers 6 to 7 minutes, flip and cook another 6 to 7 minutes or until no longer pink inside.
  3. Top with cheese during last 2 to 3 minutes of cooking. Serve on buns with additional salsa.

Expert Tips

  • Try substituting aged Cheddar cheese for processed Cheddar as it delivers exceptionally more flavour.
  • Try mixing shredded Cheddar directly into your patty mixture for an unexpected flavour sensation.