Title :: Cuban Pear Mojo Burgers
Author :: Mrs Liz
Category :: Grilling / Camping / Trail mixes
Ingredients ::
  • 1-1/2 Lb. ground chuck, sirloin or round
  • 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 jalapeno or Serrano chilies, seeded and minced
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 3 Tablespoons lime juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 can (15 oz.) Bartlett pear slices, drained, reserve juice
  • 4 slices red onion
  • 2 teaspoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 4 Kaiser rolls, toasted
Description ::
Makes 4 Servings

In a small skillet, heat 1 tablespoon oil; saute chilies and garlic for 1 minute, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and stir in lime juice, salt and 3 tablespoons reserved pear juice. Return pan to heat and bring mixture to a boil. Remove from heat, cool slightly.

Combine ground beef and pepper/garlic mixture in a medium bowl, mixing lightly but thoroughly. Shape into four patties.

Grill patties, uncovered, for 12-14 minutes or until no pink remains (160°F) and juices run clear, turning occasionally.

Place onion slices on grill grid, brush with 2 teaspoons olive oil and grill 8-12 minutes, turning occasionally. Layer burger, onion and pears on Kaiser rolls.


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