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Juicy Burger with Fajita Toppings

November 14, 2015 by Mahy, Updated February 27, 2022 18 Comments

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This Juicy Burger is loaded with fajita toppings for a fun Mexican twist! They’re spicy, zesty, juicy, drenched in salsa and avocados!

Spicy Beef Fajita Burgers

These toppings are what make this Juicy Burger extra juicy and special! This recipe is great with ground chicken and can be personalized to your taste—extra spice, less spice, no salsa, more guacamole, chips, cheeses, veggies, and just about anything you like!

It’s no secret I mentioned before how much I love love burgers. And I’ve heard from many friends who’ve tried those mushroom Swiss cheese burgers recipe -that it’s their go to burgers recipe now. Well maybe until today.

We all love a flavor packed juicy burger, and while I have a few burgers recipes that are my go to, I feel the fajita toppings here are another level!

Cheese Stuffed Burgers With Onions And Mushrooms are a classic you can’t miss! The Best Lamb Burgers Loaded with Nachos are for the daring gourmet in you. Mushroom Swiss Cheese Burger is the go to easy and delicious burger. 

Let’s talk about today’s burger and why you should try it!

JUICY BURGER

So these burgers are not a go to or everyday burgers like the mushroom Swiss cheese burgers recipe, they’re more of a special feel burgers.

I’m not saying you can’t make those everyday, I’m just trying to tempt you to make them at least once on a special day, and take it form there!

Why are they Juicy?

  • They’re made with all beef which has a good amount of fat.
  • I’ve chosen dry spice to season the burgers which means the burger patty will stay intact.
  • Juicy burgers are cooked to perfection over the stove top which is what I’ve done here.
  • The burgers are drenched with Fajita toppings (more on that below).
  • The juicy homemade salsa penetrates into the burgers adding extra juicy and moisture.
  • Avocados are a buttery melt in your mouth topping which add extra smoothness to the burger texture.
  • the burger meat is handled minimally so it stays juicy after cooking.
  • Cheddar cheese topping is a final layer of juicy meaty goodness over the burger.

top view of the juicy burger loaded with fajita toppings served on a tray with tortilla chips and lime wedges

Variations on the Juicy Burger

  • Those awesome spicy fajita burgers can be made with ground chicken for a change.
  • Swapping cheddar cheese for spicy jack or any other cheese you like.
  • If you’ve tried my Authentic Guacamole Recipe you probably have extra in your fridge to add on here too!
  • Spice is always up to your taste, so go as spicy or mild as your heart desires.
  • Hot Pepper Sauce from my grandpa, although it’s not Mexican influenced, it’s such a GOOD sauce to add to your juicy burgers!

FAJITA TOPPINGS

The fajita toppings are everything. Everything.

Not only to flavor up my juicy burgers, but to actually add juice to the burgers!

Imagine a warm burger soaking up some Homemade Salsa , guacamole, melting cheese, avocados, mayo and hot sauce!

It’s a world of flavors and a whole level of juicy goodness!

A variety of fajita toppings over the juicy burgers including salsa, guacamole, cilantro, jalapeños, avocados and tortilla chips

Fajita toppings I used are:

  • Homemade Salsa (My salsa has a secret ingredient and special technique for that restaurant quality salsa you crave!)
  • Authentic Guacamole Recipe ( I share everything you need to know about restaurant guacamole and tips on storing, freezing and keeping your guacamole fresh for a while!)
  • Onions
  • Cilantro
  • Cheddar Cheese
  • Tortilla Chips
  • Chilli Spice mayo

Now that we’ve got all ingredients and tips, let’s make and assemble the burgers!

HOW TO MAKE JUICY BURGERS

Start with all ground beef meat and season it with the Mexican spices.

Always handle the meat minimally to keep the burgers juicy. 

Shape the meat into patties and fry for 5-8 minutes on each side depending on how big your burger patty is.

A burger bun layered with chilli mayo and a nice layer of homemade salsa going over it

Add the cheddar cheese when the burgers are ready and cover the skillet for just one minute while the heat is turned off. This is all you need to melt the cheese.

Layer the burger bun with mayo and chilli spice.

Add a good layer of Homemade Salsa and extra sliced jalapeños if you can handle the heat 🙂

A spoon adding extra salsa over the juicy burger with melted cheddar cheese on top

Now go on with your cheesy topped juicy burger over that.

And YES, we’re adding another layer of Homemade Salsa Recipe because why not? And also because we want EXTRA Juicy Burger here!

A layer of avocados and more salsa over the juicy Burgers for the ultimate fajita toppings

Ok, it may sound like a lot but seriously NOT! Now add some sliced avocados or Authentic Guacamole Recipe. Extra Salsa please! trust me, it’s so GOOD!

A top bun to be put over the fajita toppings for the juicy burger and it’s ready

Now we’re done!

A sprinkle of tortilla chips on the burger or on the side is practically all you need.

Now you can ENJOY!!!

I always say I have a Mexican food love affair which keeps me going back to making something zesty Mexican at least once a week!

If you give yourself a chance and make these juicy burgers with Fajita toppings, I guarantee you will enjoy them more than you expect!:)

Check out this cut:

A finished burger cut in half showing the juicy burger on the inside and all the fajita toppings layered

JUICY BURGER TIPS

  • Start with lean ground beef, not extra lean.
  • Avoid adding chunky pieces of garlic or onions or herbs to favor the meat because you’ll have to over work it to blend everything in.
  • Go for a dry spice mix to sprinkle lightly over the meat and shape gently into patties.
  • Cook the burgers on a stove top skillet and watch carefully not to over cook.
  • Add the cheese and to off the heat right away. Covering the pan for just one minute will help the cheese melt.
  • When layering the burger sandwich, add salsa at the bottom with the mayo.
  • When the hot burger is placed over the salsa It ill start to absorb it right away adding extra juicy-ness to the juicy burger.
  • Add more salsa and guacamole over the burger for extra juicy feel in your mouth from the buttery avocados and juicy salsa.
  • Serve right away!
  • It’s best to make and serve this juicy burger the day of.
  • To make in advance, prepare the fajita toppings, ok the burgers and assemble the burger just when serving. 
  • ENJOY!

MEXICAN RECPES

  • Fajita Bowl
  • 30 Mins Mexican Tilapia Fish Dinner
  • Mexican Style Lentil Detox Salad (Vegan)
  • Spicy Corn Fritters
  • Chicken Fajita with Mango Salsa
  • Sheet Pan Fajitas
Spicy Beef Fajita Burgers
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Juicy Burger with Fajita Topping

This Juicy Burger is loaded with fajita toppings for a fun Mexican twist! They’re spicy, zesty, juicy, drenched in salsa and avocados!

Course BBQ, Main Course, Main Dish
Cuisine American, Mexican
Keyword beef burger, burger recipe, Fajita toppings, Juicy burger
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings 6 burgers
Calories 600 kcal
Author Mahy

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1/2 teaspoon of salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon of pepper
  • 1 teaspoon of dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon of cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon of chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon of onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon of olive oil
  • 1 cup of shredded strong cheddar cheese
  • 1/2 cup of restaurant style Mexican salsa (or your favorite), more or less to taste
  • 2 small hass avocados , thinly sliced
  • 4 toasted buns of your choice
  • 2 tablespoons of sour cream (more or less to taste)
  • sliced jalapeños
  • chopped fresh cilantro
  • crumbled corn chips
  • sliced red onions

Instructions

  1. Mix the beef, spices and seasoning together in a bowl and shape into 4 burgers.
  2. Preheat a skillet over medium hight heat with the olive oil. And place each burger in the skillet to sear for at least 2 minutes before flipping it on the other side.
  3. Let each flipped burger sear for another 2 minutes, then lower the heat and cover the skillet for 2 more minutes until the burgers are cooked through.
  4. Place about a 1/4 cup of shredded cheese over each burger, turn off the heat and cover the skillet again for the cheese to fully melt.
  5. Spread a layer of sour cream on the toasted bread, a teaspoon of salsa and top with the burgers, more salsa, sliced avocados, sliced jalapeño, fresh cilantro, sliced red onion, corn chips and whatever extra toppings you like.

Recipe Notes

JUICY BURGER TIPS

  • Start with lean ground beef, not extra lean.
  • Avoid adding chunky pieces of garlic or onions or herbs to favor the meat because you’ll have to over work it to blend everything in.
  • Go for a dry spice mix to sprinkle lightly over the meat and shape gently into patties.
  • Cook the burgers on a stove top skillet and watch carefully not to over cook.
  • Add the cheese and to off the heat right away. Covering the pan for just one minute will help the cheese melt.
  • When layering the burger sandwich, add salsa at the bottom with the mayo.
  • When the hot burger is placed over the salsa It ill start to absorb it right away adding extra juicy-ness to the juicy burger.
  • Add more salsa and guacamole over the burger for extra juicy feel in your mouth from the buttery avocados and juicy salsa.
  • Serve right away!
  • It’s best to make and serve this juicy burger the day of.
  • To make in advance, prepare the fajita toppings, ok the burgers and assemble the burger just when serving. 
  • ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts
Juicy Burger with Fajita Topping
Amount Per Serving
Calories 600 Calories from Fat 441
% Daily Value*
Fat 49g75%
Saturated Fat 17g106%
Trans Fat 2g
Cholesterol 129mg43%
Sodium 771mg34%
Potassium 839mg24%
Carbohydrates 30g10%
Fiber 6g25%
Sugar 4g4%
Protein 36g72%
Vitamin A 462IU9%
Vitamin C 7mg8%
Calcium 197mg20%
Iron 11mg61%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

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  1. Meg

    February 27, 2018 at 1:04 pm

    Step 1 of the recipe says to make four burgers however it says it provides 6 servings. Are the macros (nutrition calculations) for a serving of 4 total or 6 total? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      February 28, 2018 at 12:05 pm

      Hi Meg, this makes 6 burgers hence the serving size..But we LOVE our burgers on the bigger end so I made it into just four burgers! It’s optional how big/small you shape your burgers. The nutritional info is for six burgers. 🙂

      Reply
  2. Trish

    November 21, 2016 at 12:57 pm

    I’m wondering the same thing as a previous post. Recipe says 2 lbs. ground beef yet only 4 servings. That means there is 8 oz. of meat in each patty. Maybe that’s quite small once it cooks down or maybe it is actually 8 servings (4 per pound). That would seem more reasonable to me. Looks delicious anyway!!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      November 21, 2016 at 8:25 pm

      Hi Trish, thanks for your comment! Hope you make it soon 🙂 I feel because this recipe is made with our ground beef ( no eggs, breadcrumbs, onions etc..), I prefer to go with a generous 3 burgers per pound, however you can try 4 smaller ones if that’s your preference 🙂

      Reply
  3. Sivan

    October 4, 2016 at 9:07 am

    3 stars
    I don’t understand how this could be 380 calories… with the cheese, bun, beef, sour cream, salsa… Since there are so many different types, how heavy of sour cream do you use? The smallest amount you can get here is 9% and salsa is heavy as well…. mind you, it looks amazing and I will probably make it!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      October 10, 2016 at 8:59 pm

      Hi Sivan, thanks so much !! You will really enjoy it!! The low calorie content is because the size of the burger is quite small 🙂 I feel with the toppings and avocado, a smaller portion of meat is good enough! But that’s completely optional and up to your taste 🙂 Plus the nutrition info does NOT include cheese as it can’t identify the different types/fat concentration on them..

      Reply
  4. Whitney @ That Square Plate

    February 25, 2016 at 11:04 pm

    5 stars
    AHHH this makes my mouth water!!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      February 29, 2016 at 8:46 pm

      AHHH Whitney–you will LOVE this!! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Yoske

    February 25, 2016 at 5:26 pm

    Yum looks great! What kind of buns are in the photos?

    Reply
    • Mahy

      February 25, 2016 at 7:59 pm

      Thanks Yoske! I used ciabatta buns for this recipe 🙂

      Reply
      • Alaina

        August 15, 2018 at 12:30 pm

        Does the nutritional information include the buns?

        Reply
        • Mahy

          August 16, 2018 at 9:38 am

          Yes Alaina 🙂

          Reply
  6. Mahy

    January 6, 2016 at 9:53 pm

    Thanks Jenne–I assure you he will LOVE these!! Hope you make them and enjoy 🙂

    Reply
  7. Kimberly Fields

    December 2, 2015 at 3:09 pm

    Can’t wait to try these burgers, I love the Mexican twist!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      December 2, 2015 at 9:54 pm

      Oh you will enjoy those burgers so much Kimberly!! Thanks 🙂

      Reply
  8. Shahinda

    November 16, 2015 at 1:53 pm

    The best burger I’ve ever had! The mecican salsa boosted the flavor soo much and it was beyond delicious! I just didnt want my burger to finish! Thank God I made plenty! Cant believe i’ve missed out on this all my life!

    Reply
    • Mahy

      November 16, 2015 at 10:03 pm

      OMG Shahi you made my day!! So glad you loved these!! I feel the same each time I make them 🙂

      Reply
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