Spiced Jerk Burgers with Jalapeno-Mango Guacamole Recipe
These Spiced Jerk Burgers with Jalapeno-Mango Guacamole bring a vibrant twist to classic turkey burgers. Combining aromatic jerk seasoning with the sweetness of mango and the heat of jalapeno, topped with a creamy, fresh guacamole, this recipe offers a flavorful and satisfying meal perfect for a quick dinner or casual gathering.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients
Jalapeno-Mango Guacamole
- 1 avocado
- Juice from 1/2 small lime
- 3 tablespoons loosely packed cilantro
- ¼ cup diced mango (or more to taste)
- 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
- Salt to taste
Spiced Jerk Burgers
- 1 pound ground turkey (or use ground chicken or pork)
- 3-4 tablespoons jerk seasoning (or more to taste)
- 1 medium jalapeno, diced
- ¼ cup diced mango
- 1 small shallot, diced
- 1 egg, beaten
- ¼ cup bread crumbs (or more as needed)
- Olive oil as needed for cooking
- 4 buns
- Bib lettuce leaves
Instructions
- Prepare the Guacamole: Peel and pit the avocado, then add it to a large mixing bowl. Add the lime juice, cilantro, diced mango, diced jalapeno, and salt. Mash the mixture with a fork until fairly smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt as needed and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Mix the Burger Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the ground turkey, jerk seasoning, diced jalapeno, diced mango, shallot, beaten egg, and bread crumbs. Mix by hand gently to combine without overmixing to prevent a mealy texture. If the mixture feels too wet, add a bit more bread crumbs to firm it up.
- Form Patties: Shape the meat mixture into 4 equal quarter-pound patties, ensuring they are compact but not overly dense.
- Cook the Burgers: Heat olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the patties and sear for a couple of minutes on each side until nicely browned. Cover the pan and cook the burgers through completely, about 10 minutes, flipping once halfway through to ensure even cooking.
- Assemble and Serve: Place each cooked burger on a bun with bib lettuce leaves. Top generously with the jalapeno-mango guacamole. Serve immediately and enjoy.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the jerk seasoning and jalapeno amounts to control the spice level to your taste.
- If preferred, ground chicken or pork can be used as substitutes for ground turkey.
- Cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the patties and the heat of the pan; ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) for poultry.
- Guacamole can be prepared in advance and stored in the refrigerator for up to a day.
