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Flavorful Hatch Green Chile Cheeseburgers Recipe with Creamy Smashed Avocado

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These Hatch green chile cheeseburgers combine smoky, mildly spicy roasted chiles with juicy beef patties and creamy smashed avocado for a delicious homemade meal.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20)
  • 2–3 medium roasted Hatch green chiles, peeled and finely chopped (fresh or jarred)
  • 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese (recommend Cabot)
  • 2 medium ripe avocados, smashed with a pinch of salt and a squeeze of lime
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Salt to taste (about 1 teaspoon)
  • Freshly ground black pepper to taste (about 1/2 teaspoon)
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
  • 4 sturdy hamburger buns (brioche or potato buns recommended)
  • Optional toppings: sliced red onion, lettuce, tomato, pickles

Instructions

  1. Roast and prep Hatch green chiles: Roast fresh chiles over an open flame or under the broiler for 5-7 minutes until blackened and blistered. Place in a covered bowl to steam for 10 minutes, then peel, remove seeds, and finely chop. Use jarred roasted chiles if short on time.
  2. Mix the beef and chiles: In a large bowl, combine ground beef, chopped Hatch chiles, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Mix gently with hands until just combined; avoid overworking.
  3. Form the patties: Divide mixture into 4 equal portions (~4 oz each). Shape into slightly flattened rounds about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indentation in the center of each patty with your thumb.
  4. Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high (about 400°F/200°C). Lightly oil grates or pan.
  5. Cook the patties: Grill or cook patties for about 4 minutes per side for medium doneness. During the last minute, top each patty with a slice of cheddar cheese and cover to melt.
  6. Prepare smashed avocado: In a small bowl, mash avocado with lime juice and a pinch of salt until creamy but slightly chunky. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  7. Toast the buns lightly on the grill or in a toaster oven until golden and crisp.
  8. Assemble burgers: Spread smashed avocado on bottom bun, add cheesy Hatch chile patty, then optional toppings. Finish with top bun.
  9. Serve immediately, best enjoyed fresh off the grill.

Notes

Do not over-mix the beef to avoid dense patties. Use thumb indentation to prevent puffing. Avoid pressing patties while cooking to keep them juicy. Roast chiles yourself for best flavor or use quality jarred roasted chiles. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. Smashed avocado can be prepared ahead and stored with lime juice to slow browning. Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 2 days or patties frozen for up to 3 months.

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