Baja Burgers are bursting with flavor! An all beef patty combined with green chiles, spices and then topped off with a slice of cheese, avocado and cilantro.
Summertime in the Midwest means grilling season and that's why you need this burger. Yes, indeed!
What are baja burgers?
This is no ordinary burger. Let me tell you a little bit about this meaty burger creation...
The Baja Burger starts with beef, specifically beef from our garage freezer that is my meal planning salvation. Every year we load it up with local beef and we are set!
To the beef, we're gonna add a few spices - cilantro and chili powder - and some green chiles for just a hint of heat without overpowering the meaty goodness.
Now is a good time to wash your hands (obviously) and roll up your sleeves. You're gonna do some quick mixing of the beef and other ingredients, just enough to distribute evenly throughout.
Then shape the beef into four patties of equal size.
Tip: make the patties slightly larger than you want the finished burgers. They'll shrink in size as they cook on the grill.
Okay, now that our baja burgers are cooked to perfection, we're gonna add a slice of cheddar for the melty cheese factor. It's like a warm melty blanket for the burger.
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Some avocado slices go on top for a bit of creaminess and then we top this glorious creation with a bun that's been toasted on the grill.
See those grill marks? I'm a proud grilling girl!
Mmmmm, so much goodness here!
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Other grilling recipes to check out: Honey Dijon Turkey Burgers & Chicken Parmesan Sliders
Grilling side dishes: Baked Beans with Bacon and Molasses and Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
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Recipe
Baja Burgers
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Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 4 oz can green chilis
- 2 teaspoon dried cilantro
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 1 avocado sliced
- 4 brioche buns or buns of choice
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the beef, green chilis and spices. Using clean hands, lightly mix to combine.
- Shape into four patties.
- Cook in a skillet or on the grill over medium heat until cooked to your liking.
- Top with cheese and avocado and serve on buns. Add jalapeños if you like extra heat!
Notes
Nutrition
This Farm Girl Cooks is not a dietician or nutritionist, and any nutritional information shared is an estimate. Calories and other nutritional values vary depending on which brands were used.
Elena says
Cheese and avocado on a burger is my soul food in my pyjamas days...some gorgonzola, too?!
Deanne Frieders says
That sounds amazing!!
Deanne Frieders says
Yes! Such a fun twist on a classic recipe 🙂
Sue Lau says
Avocado on everything but a burger? Amazing.
Eileen Kelly says
I love the burger! The flavors in the baja burger are perfect and then topping with cheese and avocado! Yum!
Eileen Kelly says
I love the burger! The flavors in the baja burger are perfect and then topping with cheese and avocado! Yum!
Christie says
I'd swap green onions for the cilantro, but everything else sound absolutely fabulous!! Topped with delicious cheese and those creamy avocados makes it over the top yummy!
Christie says
I'd swap green onions for the cilantro, but everything else sound absolutely fabulous!! Topped with delicious cheese and those creamy avocados makes it over the top yummy!
Aaron says
These Baja Burgers look amazing! I love that you grind your own local meat for them!
Aaron says
These Baja Burgers look amazing! I love that you grind your own local meat for them!
Kelsey says
Is 10 pm too late to fire up the grill? Asking for a friend 😉 This post has me hungry!!
Kelsey says
Is 10 pm too late to fire up the grill? Asking for a friend 😉 This post has me hungry!!
Lauren Schmidt says
I love the idea of a spicy burger and then smothering it with avocado! Sounds like such a great summer meal!
Lauren Schmidt says
I love the idea of a spicy burger and then smothering it with avocado! Sounds like such a great summer meal!
Kelly from Wildflour's Cottage Kitchen says
Simply PERFECTION!! I want one now. For breakfast!!
Claudia Lamascolo says
this burger sure looks delicious and I would love to take a huge bite right now .
Kelly from Wildflour's Cottage Kitchen says
Simply PERFECTION!! I want one now. For breakfast!!
Claudia Lamascolo says
this burger sure looks delicious and I would love to take a huge bite right now .
Karen Dawkins says
What an awesome burger! I like the added kick of the spices. We always have fresh cilantro in the fridge, so I might try this with that!
Hannah Lewis says
Oh yes, this looks delicious! Love fresh avocado on burgers.
Ann from Sumptuous Spoonfuls says
Putting green chiles IN the burgers is totally ingenious! I need to remember to do that next time I fire up the grill to make burgers.
Nicole says
Delicious! I love a good Baja burger, and this one is incredible. Love especially the hint of heat keeping that delicious meat the main focus!
Nicole says
Delicious! I love a good Baja burger, and this one is incredible. Love especially the hint of heat keeping that delicious meat the main focus!
Kita Roberts says
Loving the sound of this burger - and how you added the chilis - I am a sucker for chilies!
Deanne Frieders says
I pretty much love all things chilies too! Thanks for stopping by!
Jennifer says
These would be perfect with an ice cold beer-can’t wait to try!
Deanne Frieders says
That sounds like a great combo!
Jennifer Osterholt says
Love this idea to put a twist on a grilled burger! I'm so glad the weather is finally warming up so we can grill more!
Deanne Frieders says
Yes, the sun is shining today; bring on the grilling!
Kita Roberts says
Loving the sound of this burger - and how you added the chilis - I am a sucker for chilies!
Jennifer Osterholt says
Love this idea to put a twist on a grilled burger! I'm so glad the weather is finally warming up so we can grill more!
Val - Corn, Beans, Pigs & Kids says
These look delicious! As you know, I love to grill and I'm always looking for something new to try 🙂
Wanda Baker says
Love the addition of green chiles and cilantro in this burger! Totally drooling!
Deanne Frieders says
Drool away! And enjoy! 🙂
Karly says
Green chiles in a burger?! It's been so long since I've had one like that, it reminds me of my college days in New Mexico. They were my faaaaaaaave!
Deanne Frieders says
Yummmmm! There's lots of awesome food in New Mexico! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Wanda Baker says
Love the addition of green chiles and cilantro in this burger! Totally drooling!
Karly says
Green chiles in a burger?! It's been so long since I've had one like that, it reminds me of my college days in New Mexico. They were my faaaaaaaave!