Creamy Poblano Burger

with Lemon Cotija Salad

35 MIN

2 Servings

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with Ground Beef

From the Test Kitchen

To top these juicy, Mexican-spiced burgers, we’re making a quick take on rajas con crema—a comforting Mexican dish of smoky, charred poblano pepper tossed in a creamy dressing. A bright, simple side salad dressed with fresh lemon juice perfectly balances the burgers' delightful richness.
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Nutrition

PER SERVING
Calories

740 Cals (est.)

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fresh

ingredients

10 oz Ground Beef
1 Poblano Pepper
1 Romaine Lettuce Heart
2 Potato Buns
2 Tbsps Mascarpone Cheese
2 Tbsps Grated Cotija Cheese
2 Tbsps Roasted Sunflower Seeds
1 Tbsp Mexican Spice Blend (Ancho Chile Powder, Smoked Paprika, Garlic Powder, Ground Cumin & Dried Mexican Oregano)
1 Lemon

step-by-step

instructions

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1 Prepare the ingredients

Wash and dry the fresh produce. Quarter and deseed the lemon. Roughly chop the lettuce; place in a large bowl. Halve the buns. Cut off and discard the stem of the pepper. Halve lengthwise; remove the ribs and seeds, then small dice. Thoroughly wash your hands and cutting board immediately after handling.

2 Char the pepper

In a medium pan (nonstick, if you have one), heat a drizzle of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the diced pepper in an even layer; season with salt and pepper. Cook, without stirring, 3 to 4 minutes, or until charred. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally, 2 to 3 minutes, or until softened. Transfer to a bowl. Wipe out the pan.

3 Form & cook the patties

In a bowl, combine the beef and half the spice blend (you will have extra). Season with salt and pepper. Gently mix to combine. Form the mixture into two 1/2-inch-thick patties. In the same pan, heat a drizzle of olive oil on medium-high until hot. Add the patties. Cook 4 to 5 minutes per side (flipping carefully, as the oil may splatter), or until browned and cooked through.* Transfer to a work surface. Wipe out the pan.

*An instant-read thermometer should register 160°F.

4 Toast the buns

Add the halved buns, cut side down, to the same pan. Toast on medium-high 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until lightly browned. Transfer to a work surface.

5 Finish & serve your dish

To the bowl of charred pepper, add the mascarpone, the juice of 1 lemon wedge, and a drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper; stir to combine. To the bowl of chopped lettuce, add the juice of the remaining lemon wedges, cotija, sunflower seeds, and drizzle of olive oil. Season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat. Assemble the burgers using the toasted buns, cooked patties, and dressed pepper. Serve the burgers with the salad on the side. Enjoy!