Argentine-Style Burgers with Chimichurri Sauce

Name: Argentine-Style Burgers with Chimichurri Sauce
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: 1 egg white; ¼ cup (50 mL) crushed baked corn chips; 2 tbsp (30 mL) mild or hot salsa; 1 clove garlic, minced; 2 green onions, finely chopped; 1 tsp (5 mL) chopped fresh oregano or ¼ tsp (1 mL) dried; 1 tsp (5 mL) chopped fresh thyme or ¼ tsp (1 mL) dried; ½ tsp (2 mL) paprika; 8 oz (227 g) lean ground beef; Chimichurri Sauce (recipe follows); 2 burger buns, toasted

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Argentine-Style Burgers with Chimichurri Sauce

Prep Time: 10
Cook Time: 15
Total Time: 25
Serving: 2

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In many Latin American countries, grilled meat is often served with chimichurri, a zesty pesto-like sauce that originated in Argentina. Made from fresh parsley, it is a source of essential nutrients and has a memorable flavour. Adding crushed corn chips instead of the usual bread crumbs gives these burgers an appealing crunch and an intriguing Latin flavour. This recipe can easily be doubled to serve 4.

Directions

Preheat grill to medium. Lightly beat egg white in medium bowl. Mix in chips, salsa, garlic, onions, oregano, thyme and paprika.
Add beef and mix well. Form into 2 patties about ¾ inch (2 cm) thick.
Grill patties using medium-high heat for 10 to 14 minutes, turning twice, until digital rapid-read thermometer inserted sideways into centre of each patty reads 160°F (71°C). Spread each patty with chimichurri sauce and serve on buns.