Delicious Ways To Use Leftover Hamburger Patties
Transform leftover hamburger patties into creative and delicious meals like chili bowls and cheesy tacos.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Omnivore
Ingredients
- Leftover Hamburger Patties
- Onions
- Bell Peppers
- Tomato Sauce
- Spices (chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper)
- Cheese
- Tortillas or Buns
Instructions
- Start by crumbling your leftover patties into bite-sized pieces.
- Chop your onions and bell peppers, and set everything aside.
- Heat a splash of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Toss in your bell peppers and cook until tender, about another 4-5 minutes.
- Add the crumbled hamburger patties to the sautéed vegetables and stir to heat through.
- Pour in your tomato sauce and sprinkle over your spices, then mix and let it simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and serve topped with shredded cheese, avocado, and sour cream.
- Crumbled leftover patties with taco seasoning in a separate skillet, heating for about 5-7 minutes.
- Warm your tortillas in another pan or oven.
- Spoon the patty mixture into each tortilla, and top with lettuce, tomatoes, and cheese.
- Serve tacos with lime wedges and salsa for added fun.
Notes
Feel free to mix in beans or corn for additional texture and nutrition. Customize the spices to suit your taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 23g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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