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El Cubanito Cuban American Burger

El Cubanito Cuban American Burger from Old Havana Foods
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El Cubanito Cuban American Burger

A pork and beef patty seasoned with Old Havana Foods Sofrito (or Zesty Hot Cooking Sauce), topped with Swiss cheese, a dollop of garlic lime crema and a slather of raisin sofrito ketchup on French bread, give a tasty Cuban twist to this American classic.
Prep Time20 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time30 mins
Course: Brunch, Lunch, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Cuban
Keyword: Burger, Crema, Garlic, Ketchup, Lime, Sofrito
Servings: 6 people

Ingredients

  • 1 pound Ground beef minimum 85% lean
  • 1 pound Ground pork
  • ½ cup Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Cooking Sauce
  • OR Old Havana Foods Zesty Hot Cooking Sauce (for a slightly spicy kick)
  • 6 slices Swiss cheese
  • 6 3 inch long pieces of French bread, cut in half or buns of your choice
  • ¾ cup Raisin Sofrito Ketchup (click for recipe)
  • 6 slices Tomato
  • 6 leaves Lettuce
  • 6 slices Red onion
  • ½ cup Lime Garlic Crema (click for recipe)

Instructions

  • Pre-heat the grill.
  • In a medium bowl combine the pork, beef, Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Cooking Sauce (or Zesty Hot Cooking Sauce) and pepper. Lightly mix together until well combined.
  • Form meat mixture into 6 (1/3 pound each) patties to match round or oval shape of rolls being used and set aside.
  • Grill burgers over medium-high heat until cooked through to desired doneness (155°F for medium well), about 5-6 minutes per side. If using cheese, place slice on burger patties and allow to melt.
  • Spread bottom bun surface with 2 tablespoons Raisin Sofrito Ketchup, top with cooked patty, tomato slice, lettuce leaf, burger and onion slice. Spread 1 tablespoon lime crema on top bun surface.

Notes

Serve with additional Raisin Sofrito Ketchup and Garlic Lime Crema.
Use Zesty Hot Cooking Sauce for a spicy kick in place of the Sofrito.

Black Bean Burgers with Raisin Sofrito Ketchup and Creamy Lime Spread

Black bean burger with sofrito ketchup and creamy lime spread from Old Havana Foods
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Black Bean Burgers with Raisin Sofrito Ketchup and Creamy Lime Spread

Vegetarian burgers with a sweet and savory ketchup and zesty sour cream and lime sauce
Prep Time10 mins
Cook Time10 mins
Total Time20 mins
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: black beans, Lime, Panfry, Sandwich, Vegetarian
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 2-15 ounce cans Old Havana Foods Lightly Seasoned Black Beans drained, NOT rinsed
  • 1/2 cup Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Cooking Sauce
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper
  • Pinch Crushed red pepper (optional)
  • 1/2 cup Oats, uncooked
  • 4 teaspoons Olive oil
  • 6 Hamburger buns
  • Your favorite cheese, sliced (optional)
  • Raisin Sofrito Ketchup
  • Creamy Lime Spread

Raisin Sofrito Ketchup

  • 1 cup Raisins, finely chopped
  • 1/2 cup Boiling water
  • 1/2 cup Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Cooking Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Ketchup

Creamy Lime Spread

  • 1/2 cup Sour cream or mayonnaise
  • Zest from 1 lime
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons Fresh lime juice (from 1 lime)
  • 2 cloves Garlic, crushed and/or minced into a paste
  • 12 tablespoon Olive oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Pre-heat a non-stick skillet over medium high heat.
  • Meanwhile, mash drained Old Havana Foods Black Beans with a potato masher or pastry blender (or pulse in food processor) until coarsely chopped but not pureed. Add Old Havana Foods Sofrito Authentic Cuban Cooking Sauce, salt, pepper, crushed red pepper and dry oats. Lightly mix until well combined.
  • Form bean mixture into 6 even patties to match shape of buns and set aside.
  • Add 2 teaspoons olive oil to preheated skillet and swirl to coat. Sauté 3 burgers over medium-high heat until crispy, about 3 to 4 minutes per side. If using cheese place on burger patties and allow to melt. Repeat with remaining olive oil and burgers.
  • Spread bottom bun with 2 tablespoons Raisin Sofrito Ketchup (see recipe below.) Top with cooked burger patty and Creamy Lime Spread (see recipe below.) Enjoy!

Raisin Sofrito Ketchup

  • Place all ingredients in large measuring cup or blender jar and process/blend to desired texture. (Raisins can be softened with boiling water for a few minutes first for a slightly softer texture.)

Creamy Lime Spread

  • Combine the sour cream (or mayonnaise), lime zest, lime juice, olive oil and garlic in small bowl. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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