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Spicy Burgers

Spicy Burgers

Serves: 4 Prep: 15 mins Cook: 15 mins Total: 30 mins

Juicy beef patties infused with bold spices, topped with fiery sauces for an extra kick.



 

Ingredients

For the Burgers

  • 500g beef mince (or mix beef & pork for juiciness)
  • 1 red chili, finely chopped (or 1 tsp chili flakes)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, grated
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tbsp hot sauce (e.g., sriracha or peri-peri)
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • 4 burger buns, toasted

Toppings

  • 4 cheese slices (Monterey Jack, cheddar, or pepper jack)
  • 1 jalapeño, sliced
  • Lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Red onion rings
  • Extra hot sauce or spicy mayo

For the Chips (Optional Side)

  • 800g potatoes, cut into wedges
  • 2 tbsp oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

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Make the Burgers

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  1. Step 1

    In a bowl, mix beef mince with chili, garlic, onion, paprika, cumin, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.

  2. Step 2

    Form into 4 patties (don’t overwork the meat).

Cook the Burgers

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  1. Step 3

    Heat a griddle pan, frying pan, or BBQ.

  2. Step 4

    Cook patties for 3–4 minutes per side, adding cheese slices in the last minute to melt.

Optional Spicy Chips

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  1. Step 5

    Toss potato wedges with oil, paprika, cayenne, and salt.

  2. Step 6

    Roast at 200°C (180°C fan) for 25–30 minutes until crisp.

Assemble

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  1. Step 7

    Place patties in toasted buns.

  2. Step 8

    Layer with lettuce, tomato, onion, jalapeños, and spicy mayo or hot sauce.

Additional Notes

Serve

  • Stack high with jalapeños for extra fire.
  • Pair with spicy chips or coleslaw to cool things down.

Suggested Pairing

  • A cold lager or IPA to cut through the heat
  • Sweet potato fries for a twist

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