Anything grilled could be described as smoky, but our cover burger is a multi layered masterpiece thanks to chipotle chiles mingled with adobo, smoked paprika, and bacon. Seared avocado makes it almost too good to be true.
Recipe information
Total Time
1 hour
Yield
Makes 4 servings
Ingredients
Accompaniment:
Special equipment:
Preparation
Step 1
In a food processor or blender, purée mayonnaise, mustard, and 1 tablespoon chipotle; transfer to a bowl.
Step 2
Cook bacon in batches in a skillet over medium heat, turning occasionally, until crisp; transfer to paper towels to drain.
Step 3
Gently mix beef with 1 tablespoon chipotle, paprika, and 1 teaspoon salt until combined. Form into 4 (4-inch) patties.
Step 4
Prepare a grill for direct-heat cooking over medium-hot charcoal (medium heat for gas).
Step 5
Meanwhile, brush both sides of onion rounds and avocado slices with olive oil.
Step 6
Oil grill rack then grill onion rounds, turning over once, until slightly charred, 2 to 3 minutes total. Discard wooden picks.
Step 7
Grill avocado slices, turning once, until grill marks appear, about 30 seconds on each side.
Step 8
Grill patties, covered only if using a gas grill, until they reach 160°F on an instant-read thermometer, approximately 5 to 6 minutes on each side.
Step 9
Put sauce on buns and make burgers with lettuce, avocado, bacon, onion, and cilantro.
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