Fiery Chili Burger with Smoky Aioli

Savor the heat of this jalapeno burger, topped with fresh slices of fiery jalapenos, and drizzled with a smoky chipotle aioli. Perfectly paired with a hoppy IPA, the combination of bold flavors will leave your taste buds craving for more. Get ready to spice up your burger game!
ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 4 jalapeno peppers, sliced
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices of pepper jack cheese
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon chipotle in adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Lettuce, tomato, and onion for garnish
steps
- 1.
Preheat grill or stovetop pan to medium-high heat.
- 2.
In a bowl, combine ground beef, salt, and pepper. Shape into patties.
- 3.
Grill or cook the patties until desired doneness, about 4-5 minutes per side.
- 4.
While the patties are cooking, prepare the chipotle aioli. In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, chipotle in adobo sauce, lime juice, and garlic powder. Set aside.
- 5.
Place a slice of pepper jack cheese on top of each patty, giving it a minute to melt.
- 6.
Toast the burger buns lightly on the grill or stovetop.
- 7.
Spread the chipotle aioli on the bottom bun, followed by lettuce, tomato, and onion.
- 8.
Place the patty with melted cheese on top of the garnish, then add some jalapeno slices.
- 9.
Complete the burger by adding the top bun and gently pressing down.
- 10.
Serve hot and enjoy with your favorite hoppy IPA!