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Take your taste buds South of the border with this Tijuana Burger! This summer, just in time for the 4th of July holiday, Best Foods [aka – Hellmann’s] is staging a “Burgervention,” putting an end to dry burgers across America. #burgervention #beef #Southwest #grilling

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I’m sure y’all have figured out by now that I really dig the flavors of the Southwest. I feel so blessed to live in Phoenix – obviously, I am surrounded by great Southwest/Mexican food! Seriously, it’s Mexican foodie heaven! 🙂 Since we’re just getting into Summer and grilling season, I wanted to create a new burger for my family that was far from boring, and had lots of great Southwest flavor! 

I remember my mom using Best Foods mayonnaise (West of the Rockies … Hellmann’s East of the Rockies) in her burgers sometimes with other seasonings, and her burgers were always so moist and flavorful! They were the best ever juicy burger! You just mix the mayonnaise right into the ground beef before placing the patties on the grill, locking in flavor and moisture!  I wanted to incorporate that idea with this burger. It was a total success! The mildly spiced burger paired well with the pinto beans, guacamole and cabbage. I know, I know …. not your typical burger toppings – but I promise you, this is goooood!! I felt like I was eating a gourmet burger at some fancy restaurant! My family agreed that this Tijuana Burger had to go into our grilling rotation! 

Four steps shown to create Tijuana Burger from raw ground beef being formed into patties, to grilling burgers, to assembly.

With 4 simple steps, you’ll be on your way to a great burger experience … 1) Mix 2) Shape 3) Grill 4) Eat …. Y’all are gonna love this Tijuana Burger!!

Tijuana Burger on plate with steak fries.

We served these Tijuana Burgers up with French Fries for the perfect Summer meal. You can make an easy Fry Sauce by mixing up 2 parts Best Foods mayonnaise with one part ketchup! It makes me hungry just thinking about it …. I know we’ll be having this meal again soon!

Tijuana Burger close up on plate with fries.

Visit Best Foods or tweet @BestFoods #burgervention for recipes and tips to make the Best Ever Juicy Burger for family and friends this summer.

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5 from 2 votes
Servings: 6 burgers

Tijuana Burger

By Jamie Sherman
Take your taste buds South of the border with this Tijuana Burger! This summer, just in time for the 4th of July holiday, Best Foods [aka – Hellmann’s] is staging a “Burgervention,” putting an end to dry burgers across America.
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 20 minutes
Total: 30 minutes

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Ingredients 

For the burger patties

  • 2 pounds 80/20 ground beef
  • ½ cup Best Foods real mayonnaise
  • ½ cup plain dry bread crumbs
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

For the sandwich

  • 1 can pinto beans, rinsed, 15 oz.
  • 3 tablespoons prepared salsa
  • 1 tablespoon chopped pickled jalapeño
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • Prepared Guacamole
  • 1 ½ cups shredded cabbage
  • 6 cornmeal dusted hamburger buns, or your favorite hamburger bun!

Instructions 

  • Preheat a gas grill over high heat or a charcoal grill until it glows bright orange and ashes over.
  • While the grill preheats, place the pinto beans in a medium microwave-safe bowl and mash slightly. Add the salsa, pickled jalapeño and cumin. Mix well. Set aside.
  • In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, Best Foods mayonnaise, Worcestershire sauce, bread crumbs, garlic, cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt and pepper until well mixed. Divide and shape the ground beef into 6 patties. Brush the burgers lightly with oil.
  • Grill the burgers until browned and slightly charred on the first side (about 3-4 minutes). Flip the burgers over and continue to cook until desired doneness – about 4 minutes for medium-rare, longer for a more done burger.
  • Microwave the beans (covered but vented) on HIGH heat for 30-60 seconds or until heated through.
  • To assemble the burger, place the bean mixture on the cut side of the bottom bun. Top with a burger patty. Top with cabbage. On the cut side of the top bun, spread with guacamole. Replace the top bun over the cabbage. Serve!

Notes

  • I love crafting these combinations of toppings for you! Feel free to get creative and mix them up.

Nutrition

Calories: 846kcal, Carbohydrates: 46g, Protein: 36g, Fat: 58g, Saturated Fat: 16g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g, Monounsaturated Fat: 22g, Trans Fat: 2g, Cholesterol: 115mg, Sodium: 947mg, Potassium: 1008mg, Fiber: 8g, Sugar: 6g, Vitamin A: 354IU, Vitamin C: 13mg, Calcium: 171mg, Iron: 7mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.

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Originally published on June 18, 2014. Updated on April 29, 2021.

Jamie

Jamie Sherman founded Love Bakes Good Cakes in February 2012. She is a self-taught home cook passionate about sharing easy, delicious, and family-friendly recipes. From comforting classics to irresistible desserts, I believe homemade food brings people together. Join me on my journey of creating and sharing meals that bring joy to every table!

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15 Comments

  1. bakinginpyjamas.com says:

    Your making my mouth water, this burger looks delicious. Thanks for linking up to Sweet and Savoury Sunday, stop by and link up again. Have a great day!! Laura@Baking in Pyjamas

  2. Karly Campbell says:

    This looks fabulous! Thanks for linking up with What's Cookin' Wednesday!

  3. Miz Helen says:

    Congratulations!
    Your awesome recipe is featured on Full Plate Thursday this week! Enjoy your weekend and your new Red Plate!
    Miz Helen

  4. Diane Balch says:

    This burger sounds so delicious. You are so lucky to be surround by great Mexican food. We are just starting to get some quality Mexican where I live outside of NYC. Pinned.

  5. Miz Helen says:

    This is my kind of burger, I just love these flavors! Your place at our table is very special and thanks so much for sharing your wonderful food with all of us at Full Plate Thursday. Hope you have a fantastic week and come back real soon!
    Miz Helen