Copycat Street Food Fusion Chimichurri Burger
This recipe is a copycat version of a street food fusion chimichurri burger that brings together flavors from Argentina and the USA. Sizzling, smoky, loud, and unforgettable, this dish captures the essence of a Friday-night tailgate or secret restaurant hack for an at-home feast.
Allergens
Gluten, Dairy, Soy (Chimichurri sauce may contain soy)
Ingredients
- 6 large beef patties (preferably ground chuck)
- 12 slices Monterey Jack cheese
- 6 sesame seed hamburger buns, toasted
- 3 cups fresh chimichurri sauce
- 2 large tomatoes, sliced into 12 pieces
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 6 leaves of lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium high heat (about 400°F).
- Form beef patties and season with salt and pepper. Place patties on the grill and cook for 5 minutes per side, or until desired doneness. Add cheese slices during the last minute of cooking to melt.
- Toast buns on the grill, cut side down, for 1 2 minutes.
- Spread chimichurri sauce on both the top and bottom halves of each bun.
- Assemble burgers by adding lettuce, tomato, red onion, burger patty with cheese, and finally the top half of the bun.
Chef’s Insight
This fusion of flavors creates a memorable burger experience, combining the zesty Argentine chimichurri with classic American comfort food.
Notes
Adjust the spiciness of the chimichurri sauce to your preference by adding more or less red pepper flakes.