Beef Burgers with Jalapeños, Cheddar, and Crispy Pepperoni

Name: Beef Burgers with Jalapeños, Cheddar, and Crispy Pepperoni
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: Canola oil, for grill grates; 1 1/2 lb. ground beef; Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 4 slices deli-style pepperoni; 1/2 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced; 2 oz. Cheddar cheese, thinly sliced; Hamburger buns, lettuce, and desired condiments, for serving

This spicy backyard burger packs a flavorful punch!

By Charlyne MattoxPublished: May 6, 2021

Be the first to review!

Jump to recipe

beef burgers with jalapeños, cheddar, and crispy pepperoni

William Dickey

Yields:

4 serving(s)

Prep Time:

15 mins

Total Time:

30 mins

Advertisement - Continue Reading Below

Ingredients

Canola oil, for grill grates
1 1/2 lb. ground beef
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 slices deli-style pepperoni
1/2 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced
2 oz. Cheddar cheese, thinly sliced
Hamburger buns, lettuce, and desired condiments, for serving

Directions

1. Step 1Set up grill for direct and indirect cooking and heat to medium-high. Once hot, clean and lightly oil grates.
2. Step 2Gently shape beef into 4 balls; flatten into 3/4-inch-thick patties. Using your thumb, make a shallow, 1 1/2-inch-wide indentation in top of each patty. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Step 3Grill, uncovered over direct heat, indent sides up, until browned and patties easily lift from grates, 4 to 5 minutes. Flip and grill to desired doneness, 4 to 5 minutes more for medium. Meanwhile, grill pepperoni, turning often, until sizzling and starting to crisp, 1 to 2 minutes; transfer to a platter.
4. Step 4Transfer burgers to indirect heat and top with jalapeño and Cheddar, dividing evenly. Grill, covered, until cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes.
5. Step 5Serve on buns topped with pepperoni, lettuce, and desired condiments.