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Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers

Recipe courtesy of the National Pork Board and USA Pulses
Servings 4

Ingredients

Burger Patties:

  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 4 tablespoons red onion scrubbed with vegetable brush under running water and finely minced
  • 1 teaspoon garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder
  • 1 cup cooked black-eyed peas drained
  • 1 teaspoon salt plus additional, to taste
  • 4 slices Jack cheese

Caramelized Onions:

  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 1 large onion scrubbed with vegetable brush under running water and sliced thin
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Charred Green Chili Mayo:

  • 1 can 3 ounces diced green chilies
  • 2/3 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 clove garlic crushed
  • 1 tablespoon lime juice
  • 2 green onions gently rubbed under cold running water and finely sliced
  • 1/4 cup cilantro gently rubbed under cold running water and chopped
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 1 avocado peeled and sliced
  • 1/2 head lettuce gently rubbed under cold running water

Instructions

  • In large bowl, mix ground pork, onion, garlic and chili powders. Add black-eyed peas and salt; mix well. Form into four loosely packed balls and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  • To make Caramelized Onions: In large skillet over medium-high heat, warm butter. Add onions, water and salt; cook, stirring, until onions soften and turn golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  • To make Charred Green Chili Mayo: Place green chilies in hot cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, turning, until chilies begin to soften and turn black. Remove from heat and place in small bowl. Add mayonnaise, garlic and lime juice; whisk to blend. Add green onions and cilantro; stir well and refrigerate.
  • To make burgers: Warm cast iron or nonstick griddle pan over medium-high heat. Place pork balls on hot skillet; flatten with heavy metal spatula. Season with salt, to taste. Cook approximately 3 minutes; flip and cook 2-3 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145 F.
  • Lightly toast buns. Place each burger on toasted bun with slice of cheese, Caramelized Onions, Charred Green Chili Mayo, avocado and lettuce.