Sizzling Tex-Mex Fajita Burger Fiesta

Sizzling Tex-Mex Fajita Burger Fiesta

Find a copycat recipe for a sizzling Tex-Mex Fajita Burger Fiesta that's perfect for your next cookout or tailgate party. This gourmet burger is bursting with flavors and topped with creamy guacamole, zesty lime, and melty cheese.

Time: (Prep, Cook, Total): Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 15 mins | Total: 35 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Tex-Mex, American

Allergens

Dairy, Gluten, Soy, Nut

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey
  • 1 packet Tex
  • Mex seasoning mix
  • 4 hamburger buns
  • 2 cups shredded lettuce
  • 1 cup sliced tomatoes
  • 1 cup sliced red onions
  • 1 cup shredded cheese (Monterey Jack or cheddar)
  • 2 ripe avocados, diced
  • Juice of 1 lime
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Cooking oil spray

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the ground meat with the Tex Mex seasoning mix, salt, and pepper. Shape into 4 patties.
  2. Preheat the grill or pan to medium heat. Spray both sides of the patties with oil spray and cook for 5 minutes per side, until cooked through.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine avocado and lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.
  4. Assemble the burgers by placing each patty on the bottom half of the bun, adding shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, red onions, cheese, guacamole, and the top half of the bun.

Chef’s Insight

The key to a great Tex-Mex Fajita Burger Fiesta is a perfect balance between the seasoning mix and creamy guacamole. Feel free to adjust the ratio of ingredients according to your preference.

Notes

For added heat, add a dash of hot sauce to the guacamole or use spicy seasoning mix.

Cultural or Historical Background

This recipe draws inspiration from classic Tex-Mex cuisine, with its roots in the fusion of Mexican and American food traditions along the border between Texas and Mexico.