Name: Smoky Chipotle Beef Burger with Corn Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Cuisine: American cuisine
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (season patties with salt and pepper); 2 tbsp chipotle in adobo (finely chopped); 1 cup corn salsa (homemade or jarred); 0.5 pcs red onion (finely chopped); 2 tbsp cilantro (rough chopped); 1 pcs lime (zest and juice); 4 pcs buns (sesame buns, toasted); 4 pcs cheddar cheese (optional melt over patty)

A juicy, grilled beef burger topped with smoky chipotle sauce and vibrant corn salsa sits on a rustic wooden board, ready to be devoured.

Juicy beef patties glazed with smoky chipotle are grilled to a flavorful char, then crowned with a bright corn salsa and melted cheddar. A sesame bun provides a toasty backdrop, while fresh cilantro and lime add a zingy, herbaceous finish. This beef burger delivers bold, restaurant-grade flavors with pantry-friendly steps, ideal for weekend grilling or weeknight dinners.

Preparation time: 15 min
Cooking time: 12 min
Total time: 27 min
Servings: 4

Instructions

Patty and glaze

1Form four evenly sized patties from the ground beef, about 3/4 inch thick, with a slight depression in the center.
2Mix chipotle in adobo with a tablespoon of adobo sauce and brush onto the patties.
3Season patties with salt and pepper to taste.

Grill, toast, and assemble

1Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
2Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side, brushing with more chipotle glaze; top with cheddar slices during the last minute to melt.
3Toast buns until lightly golden.
4Assemble: bottom bun, patty with melted cheese, corn salsa, chopped cilantro and lime zest, then crown with the top bun.
5Serve immediately and enjoy the bold, smoky beef burger.

Instructions

Patty and glaze

1Form four evenly sized patties from the ground beef, about 3/4 inch thick, with a slight depression in the center.
2Mix chipotle in adobo with a tablespoon of adobo sauce and brush onto the patties.
3Season patties with salt and pepper to taste.

Grill, toast, and assemble

1Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
2Cook patties 3–4 minutes per side, brushing with more chipotle glaze; top with cheddar slices during the last minute to melt.
3Toast buns until lightly golden.
4Assemble: bottom bun, patty with melted cheese, corn salsa, chopped cilantro and lime zest, then crown with the top bun.
5Serve immediately and enjoy the bold, smoky beef burger.

Nutrition Information

Calories: 650 kcal
Protein: 35 g
Fat: 40 g
Carbs: 40 g

Nutrient	Per serving
Calories	650 kcal
Protein	35 g
Fat	40 g
Carbs	40 g

Tips

Chill patties 10 minutes before grilling for even browning.
Let burgers rest for 5 minutes after cooking to retain juiciness.