How to Make Tex-Mex Burger with Cajun Mayo - A Step-by-Step Guide

Tex-Mex cuisine is a fusion of American and Mexican flavors, known for its bold and spicy flavors. One popular Tex-Mex dish is the Tex-Mex burger, which takes traditional burger ingredients and gives them a Southwestern twist. This recipe for a Tex-Mex burger with Cajun mayo takes the classic burger to a whole new level with its flavorful seasonings and mouth-watering mayo sauce.

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Ingredients

  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 ⅓ pounds ground beef sirloin
  • 1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • ½ cup diced white onion
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
  • 4 slices pepperjack cheese
  • 4 hamburger buns, split
  • 4 leaves lettuce
  • 4 slices tomato

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 burgers

  • Preheat grill for medium-high heat. In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise and 1 teaspoon of Cajun seasoning. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the ground sirloin, jalapeno pepper, onion, garlic, 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning, and Worcestershire sauce using your hands. Divide into 4 balls, and flatten into patties.
  • Lightly oil the grilling surface, and place the patties on the grill. Cook for about 5 minutes per side, or until well done. During the last 2 minutes, lay a slice of cheese on top of each patty. Spread the seasoned mayonnaise onto the insides of the buns. Put burgers in the buns, and top with lettuce and tomato to serve.
  • Nutrition

    714 cal.

    • Total Fat: 49g
    • Saturated Fat: 15g
    • Cholesterol: 132mg
    • Sodium: 1140mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 29g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 38g
    • Vitamin C: 7mg
    • Calcium: 234mg
    • Iron: 4mg
    • Potassium: 573mg