Blazing Habanero Crunch Melt (Printable View)
Indulge in fiery habanero heat, crispy chips, creamy avocado and molten cheese, all stacked on a sizzling burger.
# Ingredient List:
→ Main Components
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1 pound ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
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4 brioche burger buns
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8 slices pepper jack cheese
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1 cup crushed tortilla chips
→ Habanero Sauce
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3 habanero peppers, finely minced
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4 cloves garlic, finely minced
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1/4 cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon honey
→ Condiments and Toppings
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1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
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Fresh cilantro leaves
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Avocado slices
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Sea salt and black pepper to taste
# Preparation Steps:
01 -
Sauté minced habanero peppers and garlic in a small amount of oil over medium heat for 2 minutes until fragrant.
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In a bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, apple cider vinegar, and honey. Incorporate the sautéed habanero-garlic mixture and season with salt and black pepper. Set aside.
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Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and form into patties. Season both sides generously with sea salt and black pepper.
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Preheat grill or cast iron skillet to medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4 to 5 minutes per side for medium doneness.
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Place 2 slices of pepper jack cheese on each patty during the final 2 minutes of cooking. Allow cheese to melt and patties to finish cooking.
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Lightly toast brioche buns on the grill or in a dry skillet until golden brown.
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Layer bottom bun with habanero sauce, followed by cheese-topped patty, crushed tortilla chips, red onion slices, fresh cilantro, and avocado. Cap with the top bun.
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Present burgers immediately with preferred cooling side dishes.
# Supplementary Details:
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For less heat, remove habanero seeds or substitute with milder chili. Toasting the buns prevents sogginess from the sauce.