Jalapeño Cheeseburgers with Bacon and Grilled Onions

Health score
22%
Jalapeño Cheeseburgers with Bacon and Grilled Onions
45 min.
8
1064kcal

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Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these irresistible Jalapeño Cheeseburgers topped with crispy bacon and grilled onions! Perfectly crafted for enthusiasts of bold flavors, this recipe combines the rich taste of ground beef with the spicy kick of jalapeños, enhanced by the smoky sweetness of bacon and the savory layers of grilled onions. Whether you’re hosting a barbecue or simply craving a satisfying meal, these burgers are bound to impress.

Every bite delivers a delicious explosion of flavors, with the sharpness of cheddar cheese melding beautifully with the succulent, juicy patties. The fresh cilantro and parsley lend a vibrant herbaceous note, while the glaze adds an irresistible sweetness with just a hint of heat. The toasty buns serve as the perfect canvas to hold all these wonderful ingredients together, making each burger a delightful experience.

Not only is this recipe generous in portions—it serves up to eight hungry diners—but it’s also relatively quick to prepare, taking just 45 minutes from start to finish. Ideal for lunch or dinner, these ground beef creations are customizable to suit every palate with an array of tasty toppings. So fire up the grill, gather your family and friends, and indulge in the ultimate comfort food with a spicy twist!

Ingredients

  • 16 slices bacon 
  • tablespoons butter 
  • 0.3 teaspoon ground pepper 
  • 0.3 cup plus light
  • 0.5 cup cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh chopped
  • teaspoons brown sugar packed ()
  •  spring onion finely chopped
  • pounds ground beef 
  • teaspoon pepper black
  •  hawaiian rolls split
  • teaspoon coffee instant
  • tablespoon jalapeno seeded chopped
  • tablespoons catsup 
  •  romaine leaves 
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • cup mayonnaise 
  • 1.3 cups onion chopped
  • teaspoon salt 
  • cups sharp cheddar cheese shredded white
  • cup cream sour
  • tablespoons worcestershire sauce 
  • servings frangelico assorted (such as tomato and grilled onion slices)
  • servings frangelico assorted (such as tomato and grilled onion slices)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • baking sheet
  • paper towels
  • sauce pan
  • whisk
  • grill

Directions

  1. Whisk all ingredients in medium bowl to blend. Season sauce with salt and pepper.
  2. Gently mix all ingredients in large bowl. Form mixture into eight 1/2- to 3/4-inch-thick patties.
  3. Place on small baking sheet. Cover and chill at least 2 hours and up to 1 day.
  4. Stir first 5 ingredients in small saucepan over medium heat until coffee is dissolved.
  5. Remove from heat.
  6. Whisk in butter. Season glaze to taste with salt and pepper.
  7. Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Working in batches if necessary, cook bacon in large skillet over medium-high heat until crisp and brown.
  8. Transfer bacon to paper towels to drain.
  9. Spray grill rack with nonstick spray. Toast buns until golden, about 2 minutes per side.
  10. Transfer buns, cut side up, to plates.
  11. Place lettuce on each bun bottom. Grill burgers 5 minutes, basting with glaze. Turn burgers, baste with glaze, and grill until cooked to desired doneness, about 5 minutes longer for medium. Press cheese atop each burger and allow cheese to melt.
  12. Place some sauce, then 1 burger on each bun bottom. Top each with 2 slices bacon and desired additional toppings. Cover with bun top.
  13. Serve with remaining sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories1064kcal
Protein14.17%
Fat69.65%
Carbs16.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
53.38
Glycemic Load
15.9
Inflammation Score
-9
Nutrition Score
30.881304481755%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.25mg
Hesperetin
1.01mg
Naringenin
0.04mg
Apigenin
4.04mg
Luteolin
0.05mg
Isorhamnetin
1.25mg
Kaempferol
0.27mg
Myricetin
0.29mg
Quercetin
6.43mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:1063.83kcal
53.19%
Fat:82.33g
126.66%
Saturated Fat:29.24g
182.75%
Carbohydrates:43.04g
14.35%
Net Carbohydrates:41.16g
14.97%
Sugar:19.21g
21.35%
Cholesterol:177.81mg
59.27%
Sodium:1384.52mg
60.2%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:3.92mg
1.31%
Protein:37.68g
75.35%
Vitamin K:98.62µg
93.93%
Selenium:47.83µg
68.33%
Vitamin A:2766.8IU
55.34%
Vitamin B12:3.14µg
52.25%
Phosphorus:468.92mg
46.89%
Zinc:6.99mg
46.57%
Vitamin B3:8.76mg
43.82%
Calcium:349.91mg
34.99%
Vitamin B2:0.57mg
33.3%
Vitamin B1:0.48mg
31.84%
Vitamin B6:0.63mg
31.28%
Iron:4.77mg
26.49%
Manganese:0.43mg
21.36%
Vitamin C:17.23mg
20.89%
Folate:81.18µg
20.3%
Potassium:698.41mg
19.95%
Vitamin E:2.45mg
16.35%
Magnesium:56.74mg
14.19%
Vitamin B5:1.16mg
11.56%
Copper:0.19mg
9.71%
Fiber:1.87g
7.5%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.43%
Source:Epicurious