Spanish Chorizo & Beef Burger Delight
Indulge in a flavorful fusion of juicy ground sirloin and spicy chorizo in this hearty Spanish-style burger. Each 1/2-pound patty is generously topped with sweet caramelized onions and drizzled with a smoky roasted red pepper ranch sauce that sends taste buds dancing. Finished off with delicate shavings of aged Manchego cheese, this burger is served on oversized Kaiser rolls, making it the perfect satisfying meal for bigger appetites. Ideal for any grilling occasion or family barbecue, these burgers will transport you straight to the sunny streets of Spain with their vibrant flavors!
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Servings
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Calories
15
Ingredients
Ingredients
ground sirloin
1 lb (raw)
chorizo sausage
1 lb (raw, removed from casing)
vegetable oil
2 tablespoons (for cooking)
medium onion
1 (chopped)
roasted red pepper
1 (quartered)
ranch dressing
1 cup (for sauce)
powdered saffron
1 pinch
Spanish paprika
1 teaspoon
medium onions
3 (sliced)
brown sugar
1 tablespoon
salt
to taste
black pepper
to taste
large kaiser rolls
4 (for serving)
softened butter
1 tablespoon (for spreading on buns)
grated Manchego cheese
4 ounces (for topping)
Instructions
1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground sirloin and chorizo sausage. Use your hands to mix them thoroughly, ensuring an even distribution of flavors. Let this mixture rest for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
2
Meanwhile, heat one tablespoon of vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add one chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent and tender, about 5 minutes. Transfer the sautéed onion to a blender.
3
In the blender, add the quartered roasted red pepper, ranch dressing, powdered saffron, and Spanish paprika. Pulse until you achieve a fairly smooth consistency. Refrigerate the dressing until it's time to serve.
4
In another skillet, heat the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the remaining sliced onions along with brown sugar, salt, and pepper. Cook while stirring occasionally for about 15 minutes, or until the onions are golden brown and caramelized. Set aside.
5
Preheat your grill to high heat. While it's heating up, shape the meat mixture into four patties, making them slightly larger than the buns to account for shrinkage while cooking.
6
Once the grill is ready, place the patties on it and cook for about 5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired doneness. Use a meat thermometer for precision, aiming for an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C) for well-done.
7
While the burgers are cooking, slice the Kaiser rolls and spread softened butter on the inside. Place the buns cut-side down on the grill for a minute or two to toast them lightly.
8
To assemble, place the cooked burgers onto the toasted buns. Top each burger with a generous portion of the caramelized onions and a hearty drizzle of the smoky roasted red pepper ranch sauce. Finally, sprinkle with shavings of Manchego cheese, and cap with the top of the bun.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the primary proteins in the Spanish Chorizo & Beef Burger Delight?
The burger is made from a flavorful combination of ground sirloin and chorizo sausage.
What type of cheese is used for the topping?
This recipe uses delicate shavings of aged Manchego cheese.
How much ground sirloin is required?
The recipe calls for 1 lb of ground sirloin.
How much chorizo sausage is needed?
You will need 1 lb of chorizo sausage, removed from its casing.
How long should the meat mixture rest before cooking?
The mixture of sirloin and chorizo should rest for about 15 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
What ingredients are in the smoky roasted red pepper ranch sauce?
The sauce contains roasted red pepper, ranch dressing, powdered saffron, Spanish paprika, and a sautéed onion.
How do you make the caramelized onions?
Sauté sliced onions with brown sugar, salt, and pepper for about 15 minutes until golden brown.
What kind of rolls are best for these burgers?
Oversized Kaiser rolls are recommended to accommodate the 1/2-pound patties.
At what temperature should the grill be set?
The grill should be preheated to high heat.
What is the recommended internal temperature for a well-done burger?
Aim for an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).
How many patties does this recipe yield?
The recipe makes four 1/2-pound patties.
Should the sauce be served warm or cold?
The dressing should be refrigerated until it is time to serve.
How long do you cook the patties on the grill?
Cook the patties for about 5 minutes on each side.
How are the Kaiser rolls prepared?
Slice them, spread with softened butter, and toast them cut-side down on the grill for a minute or two.
How many onions are needed in total?
The recipe requires one onion for the sauce and three onions for caramelizing.
What kind of paprika is used?
Specific Spanish paprika is used to provide authentic flavor.
Why should the patties be shaped larger than the buns?
They should be larger to account for the shrinkage that occurs during cooking.
Is there a specific way to prepare the chorizo?
Yes, the chorizo should be raw and removed from its casing before mixing with the beef.
What equipment is needed for the sauce?
A blender is required to achieve a fairly smooth consistency for the dressing.
How much brown sugar is used for the onions?
One tablespoon of brown sugar is used to help caramelize the onions.
What amount of ranch dressing is needed?
The recipe uses 1 cup of ranch dressing as the base for the sauce.
Is saffron used in this recipe?
Yes, a pinch of powdered saffron is added to the roasted red pepper ranch sauce.
What oil is best for sautéing the onions?
Vegetable oil is recommended for sautéing.
How much Manchego cheese is used?
The recipe calls for 4 ounces of grated or shaved Manchego cheese.
What are the primary flavor tags for this recipe?
The recipe is tagged with burger, chorizo, beef, spanish, grilling, and comfort food.
What is the first step in preparing the meat?
Thoroughly mix the ground sirloin and chorizo by hand in a large bowl.
How long does it take to sauté the onion for the sauce?
It takes about 5 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and tender.
What should be added to the sliced onions for caramelizing?
Add brown sugar, salt, and pepper to the onions.
How much butter is needed for the buns?
One tablespoon of softened butter is used for the four Kaiser rolls.
What makes this a 'Spanish' style burger?
The use of chorizo, Manchego cheese, Spanish paprika, and saffron provides its distinct Spanish profile.