The best way to give your burger a little zesty taste is to sprinkle some spice in it… or a lot if that’s what you like. There are plenty of spicy condiments and ingredients you can go for, such as jalapeños, chili flakes, and pimento cheese. You can either stuff them in the patty or add them on too. It’s really up to you how much spice you can handle.
The deliciousness of bacon and the crunch of lettuce give you a mouth-watering bite that will have you close your eyes and deeply enjoy all the sensations hitting your palette.
There are dozens of techniques to make a burger. It all starts with the meat, which you can spice up with fresh chilies, pepper, hot sauce, and Cajun spice. You can also go for spicy cheese and experiment with spicy veggies. Lastly, use a your topping sauce that’s a little mild because too much spice is not always nice.
A spicy burger calls for a chilled drink because how else will you soothe your tongue? We suggest drinking something sweet, such as peach ice tea or a fruity drink that will refresh you. So, are you ready to make your spicy burger? Let’s dive into the recipes:
Spicy Beef Burger
When food lovers mention “spice”, you can expect them to mention Cajun spice. Cajun spice brings the heat! A perfect blend of all the royal and most common spices, this seasoning will change the taste of your patty and offer you a kick in every bite. Balance the heat with a cheese slice and drizzle some ketchup for a spicy and sweet mix.
Prep Time: 20 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Total Time: 30 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Lean Minced Beef: 500g
- Breadcrumbs: 30g
- Parsley: 1 Teaspoon (Chopped)
- Egg: 1(Beaten)
- Worcestershire Sauce: ¼ Teaspoon
- Dijon Mustard: ¼ Teaspoon
- Cayenne Pepper: ¼ Teaspoon
- Cajun Spice: ¼ Teaspoon
- Burger Buns: 4
- White Cheddar Cheese: 4
- Tomato: 4
- Red Onion: 4
- Lettuce Leaves: 4
- Mayonnaise: 4 Tablespoons
- Ketchup: 4 Tablespoons
Instructions
Prepare the Meat
- In a bowl, add your minced beef and mix in the whisked egg, parsley, cayenne pepper, Cajun spice,and French mustard.
Make the Patties
- Divide the minced beef mixture into four equal parts and make the patties. Refrigerate them for 30 minutes.
- Add oil toa frying pan and cook the patties for 4 minutes on each side.
Assemble the Burger
- Toast the buns and place them on a rack. Mix ketchup, Worchester sauce,and mayonnaise together. Spread this mixture on the bottom half of the bun.
- Place the patty on top and then the cheese slice, onion, tomato,and lettuce.
Jalapeño-Pimento Cheeseburger
Pimento cheese has a sweet spice thanks to red pepper and red bell pepper. Add a few roasted red peppers to bring the heat and complement the cheese. Yes, that’s a little thick with the spice but trust us, the other ingredients will mask the heat and tastefully balance the burger.
Prep Time: 15 Minutes
Cook Time: 10 Minutes
Total Time: 25 Minutes
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Ground Chicken: 1 ⅓ Pound
- Pepper Jack Cheese: 2 Cups Shredded
- Red Peppers: ¼ Cup (Finely Chopped)
- Scallions: 3 (Finely Chopped)\
- Garlic Clove: 1 (Minced)
- Smoked Paprika: 1 ½ Teaspoon
- Ground Pepper: ¼ Teaspoon
- Mayonnaise: ¼ Cup
- Jalapeños: 4
- Granulated Garlic Powder: 1 Teaspoon
- Grated Onion: 2 Tablespoons
- Worcestershire Sauce: 1 Teaspoon
- Pinch of Salt and Pepper
- Potato Rolls: 4 (Toasted)
- Bacon: 8 Slices
- Arugula
Instructions
Make the Sauce
- In a bowl, add scallions, garlic, paprika, red peppers, pimento cheese, mayo, pepper,and jalapeños. Use a fork to mash the chunky paste.
Prepare the Meat
- In a bowl, add mincedchicken, granulated garlic, paprika, Worcestershire sauce, onion, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Mix thoroughly and form 4 patties.
Make the Patties
- Fire up the grill and cook the patties for 4 minutes on each side.
- Top the patties with pimento cheese and cook them for one more minute until the cheese melts.
Assemble the Burger
- Place your cheese-covered patty on the potato roll.
- Spread the jalapeño sauce you made.
- Top with sliced jalapeños, arugula,and bacon.
Bird’s Eye Chili Burger
The best and easiest way to spice up a burger is to add chili to the patty. Let’s give jalapeños a little break, shall we? There are plenty of other contenders waiting to be added to your burger, and we suggest you give them a try. These thin, small, and pointy peppers are crunchy when ripe and turn red upon maturing. They have a bitter profile and are as hot as red peppers, so be careful when adding them to your patty.
Prep Time: 30 Minutes
Cook Time: 30 Minutes
Total Time: 1 Hour
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Sunflower Oil
- Mayonnaise
- Onion: 1 (Finely Chopped)
- Root Ginger: 2cm (Finely Chopped)
- Garlic Cloves: 2 (Finely Chopped)
- Green Bird’s-Eye Chilies: 2
- Beef Mince: 1 Pound
- Pinch Of Salt
- Cumin: 2 Teaspoons
- Ground Coriander: 3 Teaspoons
- Ground Turmeric: ½ Teaspoon
- Chili Powder: 2 Teaspoons
- Fresh Coriander: 2 Tablespoons
- Burger Buns: 4
Instructions
Make the Caramelized Onions
- In a frying pan, heat oil. Add onions on cook until they soften and turn slightly golden.
- Add green chilies, garlic,and ginger and cook until there’s no liquid in the frying pan.
- Transfer the mixture to a plate, spread it out,and let it cool.
Prepare the Meat
- In a bowl, place the meat. Add cumin, ground coriander, ground turmeric, chili powder,and fresh coriander to it. Mix thoroughly.
- Make 4 patties and refrigerate.
Cook the Patties
- Brush the frying pan with a little oil and place the patties.
- Cook them for 4 minutes on each side.
Assemble the Burger
- Spread mayonnaise on the bottom half of the bun.
- Place the burger on it and top with the caramelized onions.
Final Word
Making a spicy burger is all about using the perfect amount of chilies or whichever spice you prefer. Make sure you don’t sprinkle or spread too much because then you won’t be able to enjoy its taste. You have got jalapeño, green chilies, hot sauce, Cajun spice, and pimento cheese to spice up your burgers. That gives you plenty of ingredients to try something different every weekend.
