Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds ground beef chuck
- 1/4 cup plain dried breadcrumbs
- 1 cup minced scallions (about 1 bunch)
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 cup plus 3 tablespoons tomato-based chili sauce
- 1 large egg, lightly beaten
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin coarse salt and ground pepper
- warmed tortillas, for serving (optional)
- pickled jalapenos slices and thinly sliced radishes, for garnish (optional)
Preparation
Step 1
1 In a large bowl, combine beef, breadcrumbs, scallions, garlic, 1/2 cup chill sauce, egg, chili powder, cumin, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Using your hands, mix just until combined; do not over mix.
2. Divide beef into 4 equal portions. Form each portion into a 4-inch diameter patty, about 1 1/2 inches thick. Place on a plate; cover tightly with plastic wrap. Refrigerate until ready to use, up to overnight.
3. Preheat oven to 425°, with rack in center. Transfer patties to a rimmed baking sheet. Bake until browned, about 15 minutes.
4. Lightly brush tops and sides of patties with remaining 3 tablespoons chili sauce. Return to oven; cook until an instant-read thermometer inserted into center register 160 5 to 10 minutes more. Serve immediately, with tortillas, jalapenos and radishes,if desired.