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    Tex Mex Burgers with Guacamole

    Published: Aug 28, 2019 · Modified: Mar 15, 2022 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · 2 Comments · This post may contain affiliate links.

    tex mex burger with guacamole on a grey slate tray
    Tex Mex Burgers with Guacamole

    Burger with Guacamole

    Tex Mex Burgers with Guacamole are a fun, flavorful twist on classic burgers. Seasoned with a blend of spices and topped with guacamole and cheese, these Southwestern-inspired burgers are absolutely packed with flavor.

    Ingredients for Tex Mex Burgers

    • Ground Beef - I find that 80% lean ground beef makes burgers that are juicy but not greasy. You can go for a leaner variety of ground beef if you prefer.
    • Tex Mex or Taco Seasoning - You can absolutely use a store-bought taco seasoning to flavor Tex Mex Burgers, but it’s a great use of this simple homemade tex mex seasoning.
    • Salt - If the tex mex / taco seasoning you use already contains salt, you may not need to add any more to the burgers. If in doubt, combine the ingredients for the hamburger patties and then cook a tablespoon in a pan. Taste it and adjust the seasoning if needed. 
    • Cheese - If you ask me, these burgers must be topped with cheese. Pepper jack cheese gives the burgers a bit of spice. Mild cheddar or Colby jack would also be great.
    • Hamburger buns - I have a soft spot for brioche hamburger buns.
    • Guacamole - To save yourself the work and extra dishes, just grab pre-made guacamole from the produce section. Or make it from scratch. Serve any leftovers with chips!

    Tex Mex Seasoning in a small white ramekin

    Aldi Shopping List

    I’ve been on a major Aldi kick lately! Any Aldi fans out there? When I get in the groove at that store, I come across so many great finds. This recipe was entirely made using Aldi ingredients (see below). Those brioche buns have become a staple at our house. 

    guacamole, pepper jack cheese, onions, brioche buns

    Other Non-Boring Burger Recipes

    • Banh Mi Burgers - These unexpected burgers have all the savory, crunchy, sweet, sour magic of Vietnamese Banh Mi sandwiches plus a creamy Sriracha Lime Mayo.
    • Indian Chicken Burgers  - A unique spice blend seasons these healthier burgers made with ground chicken. Mango salsa and cucumber raita add big flavor.
    • Black Bean and Quinoa Veggie Burgers - The best veggie burgers I’ve ever had. 

    Favorite Tools

    • Anchor 3-Piece Glass Mixing Bowls  
    • Grill, Grill Pan, or Cast Iron Skillet - I know that many would swear that the best burgers are made on a grill, but I love the simplicity and speed of burgers seared in a good cast iron skillet. 

    burgers in a cast iron skillet

    Tex Mex Burgers with Guacamole on a grey slate tray
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    4.34 from 3 votes

    Tex Mex Burgers with Guacamole

    Want to spice up burger night? Tex Mex Burgers are flavored with a Southwestern-inspired blend of spices and topped with cheese and guacamole.
    Prep Time20 mins
    Cook Time10 mins
    Total Time30 mins
    Course: Main Dish
    Cuisine: Southwestern, Tex Mex
    Keyword: burgers, tex mex
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 611kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $11.00

    Equipment

    • Cast Iron Skillet

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ pounds Ground Beef (80% lean)
    • 5 teaspoon Tex Mex or Taco Seasoning (use this blend)
    • ¾ teaspoon Salt (see note)
    • ¼ teaspoon Black Pepper
    • 1 Tablespoon Cooking Oil (like grape seed, vegetable, or avocado oil)
    • 4 slices Cheese (pepper jack, mild cheddar, or Colby jack)
    • 4 Hamburger Buns
    • ½ cup Guacamole
    • Other burger toppings like sliced red onions, tomatoes, lettuce

    Instructions

    • Combine beef, seasoning, salt (if using), and black pepper.
    • Gently mix them together (using your hands works best) just until everything is blended.
    • Form into 4 even patties.
    • Gently press the center of each patty so that there is a slight indent in the middle (this will help the burgers to stay flat as they cook).
    • Prepare an outdoor grill or, if cooking inside, heat a grill pan or skillet over medium heat.
    • Brush grill or pan with cooking oil and add burger patties.
    • Sear on both sides until burgers are cooked to your liking. In the last minute of cooking, top each burger patty with a slice of cheese.
    • Set burger patties aside and cover to keep warm.
    • Toast hamburger buns.
    • Assemble burgers by filling hamburger buns with guacamole, burger patties, and other toppings.

    Notes

    Only add additional salt if there is no salt included in the Tex Mex / taco seasoning you use to flavor the burgers.
    Hamburger patties freeze well. Just form the patties, and freeze them flat on a piece of parchment or wax paper. Once frozen, transfer the burger patties to a plastic freezer bag, pressing out as much air as possible. Freeze for up to 6 months. Defrost completely before cooking.
    Print and attach the label below so cooking instructions are ready when you are!
    tex mex burgers freezer label

    Nutrition

    Serving: 0.25lb | Calories: 611kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 46g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 137mg | Sodium: 945mg | Potassium: 788mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3g | Vitamin A: 324IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 290mg | Iron: 6mg

    Every once in awhile I catch a glimpse of who the girls might be at 13-years-old. (Or...more accurately, when they're talking on our early 1990s phone...I catch a glimpse of myself at 13.) 

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

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    Comments

    1. Rose

      April 26, 2022 at 12:10 pm

      I am going to use you Tex Mex Seasoning. Do I use the entire amount as it is a little more than 5 teaspoons?Also, I noted that you suggest using it for tacos. Again, how much? Is your recipe equivalent to a store bought packet?

      Reply
      • Jess Smith

        April 26, 2022 at 8:59 pm

        Hi Rose - yes - one recipe of my Tex Mex Seasoning is the approximately the equivalent of a taco seasoning packet. It should be enough for 1 to 1.5 lbs of meat. You're right that it is slightly more than the 5 teaspoons of seasoning in the burger recipe, but the difference is largely due to the salt. Skip the salt in the seasoning blend and just add the measurement given in the burger recipe.

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