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Ranchero Burger Platter Recipe – A Great Party Food!

By Lori, Last updated on February 28, 2023
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Are you attending a party soon? This Ranchero Burger Platter might be the perfect item to bring. It is a great recipe to feed a hungry crowd!

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Step your game up by not bringing the typical snack to your party. This recipe is incredibly easy to follow and make. It is always a hit when I make it.

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What To Serve with Ranchero Burger Platter?

Enjoy these with your delicious burger platter:

  • Homemade Iced Tea
  • Chicken Tenders
  • French fries or sweet potato fries
  • Tater tots or hash browns
  • Fresh fruit like fresh pineapples
  • Homemade chili
  • Onion rings

Other Recipes To Try

  • Cheesy Cauliflower Muffins
  • Cherry Almond Clafoutis
  • Roasted Greek-Style Lemon Potatoes
  • Cherry Pecan Ice Cream

Kitchen Notes and Tips

  • When sweet summer tomatoes are not available, substitute 1 can diced tomatoes, drained.
  • To make the salsa hotter: Add an additional 1 or 2 fresh jalapeños (Hot), 1 or 2 fresh serranos (Hotter) 1 habanero chili (Hottest)
  • Prepare the Ranchero Salsa Fresca first as the flavors need to blend for at least one hour. 
  • You can definitely change things up whether it’s the choice of meat or choice of sauce.

Ingredients for Ranchero Burger Platter Recipe

Ranchero Burger Platter ingredients

For the Ranchero Salsa Fresca

  • 3 medium tomatoes, seeded and roughly chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
  • 1 large yellow, orange or green pepper, chopped
  • 1/2 c. sliced green onions (5)
  • 2 T. chopped fresh cilantro (plus extra for garnish, if desired)
  • 1 finely chopped jalapeño, seeds removed**
  • 1 large fresh lime, juiced
  • 1/4 t. salt
  • 1 T. olive oil

For the Hamburger

  • 1-1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, finely chopped 
  • ½ t. dried oregano
  • ½ t. cumin
  • Kosher salt, to taste
  • Black Pepper, to taste

To Plate & Serve

  • 1 bag corn tortillas, any color
  • 1 medium head iceberg lettuce, thinly sliced
  • 6 T. Sour cream or homemade ranch
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Supplies Used

  • Clear bowls

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How To Cook Ranchero Burger Platter

Step #1. In a non-reactive medium bowl, combine all fresh ingredients for the salsa. Chill at least one hour. Taste and adjust salt if needed.

Salsa ingredients

Step #2. Mix ground beef, onion, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper, to taste. Shape into 6 ½” thick round patties.

burger patty process

Step #3. Grill or broil 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked to desired doneness.

Step #4. When ready to serve, arrange a layer of tortilla chips in the middle of each serving plate.

Step #5. Top with a generous portion of Ranchero Salsa Fresca. Add a layer of crisp lettuce slightly larger than the size of your burger.

Step #6. Add the burger to the center of the plate. Top with sour cream. Garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!

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Ranchero Burger Platter Recipe

Ranchero Burger Platter

Lori
Are you attending a watch party soon? This Ranchero Burger Platter might be the perfect snack to bring!
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Course Snack
Cuisine American

Ingredients
  

For the Ranchero Salsa Fresca

  • 3 medium tomatoes , seeded and roughly chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves , finely minced
  • 1 large yellow , chopped (orange or green pepper)
  • 1/2 c. (5) green onions , sliced
  • 2 T. fresh cilantro , chopped (plus extra for garnish, if desired)
  • 1 jalapeño , finely chopped (seeds removed**)
  • 1 large fresh lime , juiced
  • 1/4 t. salt
  • 1 T. olive oil

For the Hamburger

  • 1-1/2 lbs. lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion , finely chopped
  • ½ t. dried oregano
  • ½ t. cumin
  • Kosher salt to taste
  • Black Pepper to taste

To Plate & Serve

  • 1 bag corn tortillas any color
  • 1 medium head iceberg lettuce , thinly sliced
  • 6 T. Sour cream (or homemade ranch)
  • Chopped cilantro for garnish (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a non-reactive medium bowl, combine all fresh ingredients for the salsa. Chill at least one hour. Taste and adjust salt if needed.
  • Mix ground beef, onion, oregano, cumin, salt and pepper, to taste. Shape into 6 ½” thick round patties.
  • Grill or broil 5-7 minutes on each side or until cooked to desired doneness.
  • When ready to serve, arrange a layer of tortilla chips in the middle of each serving plate.
  • Top with a generous portion of Ranchero Salsa Fresca. Add a layer of crisp lettuce slightly larger than the size of your burger.
  • Add the burger to the center of the plate. Top with sour cream. Garnish with cilantro. Enjoy!
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