Name: Mexican Albondigas Burgers
Prep time: 15 s
Cook time: 15 s
Total time: 30 s
Yield: 4
Cuisine: mexicano
Ingredients: 1/2 pound lean ground beef; 1/2 pound lean ground pork or pork sausage; 1/4 cup chopped cilantro; 1/4 cup finely dicedroasted and peeled poblano chiles; 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion; 1 tablespoon finely chopped garlic; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon MAGGI Granulated Chicken or Beef Flavor Bouillon; 1/2 teaspoon NESCAFÉ CLÁSICO 100% Pure Instant Coffee Granules; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes; 8 small thin slices of queso fresco cheese; 4 bolillos or French rolls; Light mayonnaiselettucesliced tomatoessliced avocado (optional)

Make It

Step 1

Preheat grill.

Step 2

Mix ground beef, ground pork, cilantro, poblano chiles, green onion, garlic, egg, bouillon, coffee granules, black pepper and crushed red pepper in a large bowl using both hands until all ingredients are completely combined.

Step 3

Divide meat mixture into 8 equal pieces (each piece should be 2 ounces). Roll each piece into a ball. Flatten each ball with your thumb to form a dent in the center.

Step 4

Grill meatballs on all sides, turning every 5 minutes, for 15 to 20 minutes or until fully cooked. About 2 minutes before finished grilling, top each meatball with a slice of cheese.

Step 5

Slice bolillos down the center and spread each side with a little mayonnaise. Fill with two meatballs each. Top with lettuce, tomato and avocado, if desired.