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An overhead view of a nacho burger next to an open one showing the nachos. Both are sat on a wooden board, surrounded by ingredients.

Cheesy Loaded Nacho Burgers With Fresh Guacamole

5 from 3 votes
A delicious burger filled with a smashed patty, spicy burger sauce and guacamole. All topped with crispy nachos. The whole family will absolutely love this juicy burger.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 558kcal
Author: Rebecca Foxley

Ingredients
 
 

Instructions

  • Preheat your grill or stovetop grilling pan.
  • Place the 12% fat beef mince into a large bowl. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste. Gently mix the seasoning into the meat, being careful not to over-handle it.
  • Divide the seasoned beef into four equal portions. Be mindful not to over-handle the beef; gently shape each portion into a loose ball, ensuring it's not packed too tightly.
  • Place the beef balls into the pan and place a square of baking paper over each one before using a spatula or press to gently smash it into a patty. Create a thumbprint in the middle of each patty before removing the paper.
  • Cook the patties on the grill or grilling pan for about 3-4 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
  • While the burgers are cooking, split the burger buns and toast them on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
  • In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of American cheese on each burger patty to melt.
  • Assemble the nacho burgers: Spread a tablespoon of jalapeno burger sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a cheese-covered beef patty on top of the sauce.
  • Spoon a dollop of guacamole over the beef patty and sprinkle crushed nachos on top.
  • Add a handful of shredded lettuce on top of the nachos.
  • Place the top half of the toasted bun on the lettuce to complete the nacho burger assembly.
  • Repeat these steps for the remaining burgers.
  • Serve the nacho burgers immediately.

Recipe Notes

  • Handle Meat Minimally: Gently shape beef patties to avoid density and preserve texture; minimize handling.
  • Layering Technique: Layer burger components for optimal texture – sauce, patty, cheese, guacamole, crushed nachos, lettuce on top to prevent bun sogginess.
  • Hot Pan: Preheat pan thoroughly for signature sear on beef patties; hot surface maintains juiciness.

Nutrition Estimate

Calories: 558kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 38g | Fat: 25g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 11g | Trans Fat: 0.4g | Cholesterol: 91mg | Sodium: 494mg | Potassium: 822mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 252IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 242mg | Iron: 5mg