Pipo Perico Chipotle Smash Burgers

Ingredients

For the burgers

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
• 4 burger buns
• 4 slices American or cheddar cheese
• ½ small onion, thinly sliced
• Pickles, to taste
• Salt and black pepper

For the Pipo Perico Chipotle Sauce

• ¼ cup Chipotle Pipo Perico Hot Sauce
• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
• 1 tsp honey
• ½ tsp garlic powder

Directions

1. Make the Pipo Perico Chipotle Sauce. In a small bowl, combine Chipotle Pipo Perico Hot Sauce, mayonnaise, lime juice, honey, and garlic powder. Mix until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
2. Prepare the beef. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and loosely shape into balls. Do not overwork the meat.
3. Cook the smash burgers. Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat. Place each beef ball on the hot surface and firmly smash into a thin patty. Season with salt and black pepper.
4. Cook for 2–3 minutes, until the edges are browned and crispy. Flip each patty, add a slice of cheese, and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
5. Toast the buns. Place the burger buns cut-side down on the skillet and toast until lightly golden.
6. Assemble. Spread a generous amount of Chipotle Pipo Perico Hot Sauce on both sides of each bun. Add the smash burger, sliced onion, and pickles.
7. Serve. Finish with an extra drizzle of Chipotle Pipo Perico Hot Sauce and serve immediately.

Pipo Tip: For even more smoky flavor, brush a little Chipotle Pipo Perico Hot Sauce directly onto the burger during the final minute of cooking.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 4