Chorizo Burgers with Cheese Curd Corn Relish

 

Relish may be made up to 1 day in advance. Combine everything except green onion and cilantro; cover and refrigerate. Add green onion and cilantro before serving.

Chorizo Burgers with Cheese Curd Corn Relish

Packed with flavor here's a new southwest twist to the ordinary burger!
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Course Burgers

Ingredients
  

RELISH

  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp lime juice
  • 1 tsp honey
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1.5 cup corn kernels
  • 1 cup Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery cheese curds, chopped into small pieces (about 1/4 inch)
  • 2 tbsp red onion, diced
  • 2 tbsp green onion, chopped
  • 1 tbsp cilantro, chopped

BURGERS

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 8 oz. bulk chorizo sausage
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp Mexican-style hot sauce, such as Cholula®
  • 4 hampurger buns
  • 2 tbsp mayonnaise

Instructions
 

RELISH

  • Combine vinegar, lime juice, honey, salt and pepper in medium bowl. Whisk in olive oil. Add corn, chopped cheese curds and red onion. Mix well. Add green onion and cilantro; gently mix to combine. Set relish aside while preparing burgers.

BURGERS

  • Heat skillet over medium-high heat or prepare grill for direct medium-high heat. In large bowl, combine ground pork, chorizo, salt and hot sauce. Use hands to mix well until all ingredients are well combined. Divide mixture into four portions and shape into patties. Season patties with salt and pepper. Cook about 5 minutes per side, or until cooked through.

TO SERVE

  • Lightly toast buns in skillet or on grill. Spread each bottom bun with mayonnaise. Top with burger and spoon relish over top. Serve with additional relish on the side.
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