Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans
Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans

Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans

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Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans
Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans

Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans. Powerful Pairings kake taste and nutrition a priority for family meals. According to the “Journal of Nutrition Education and Behavior,” studies have proven that eating meals together as a family can improve communication and relationships, which is especially important during times of uncertainty and life’s more difficult moments. Great-tasting foods like pork and pulses can be combined to bring families together with quality nutrition, which helps bodies survive and thrive. (Family Features)

Pulses are the nutritionally dense, edible seeds of legumes including dry peas, beans, lentils, and chickpeas. Together with pork, this pairing provides critical nutrients to support weight management and immune function, along with plenty of protein – providing all nine essential amino acids – fiber, B vitamins, zinc, iron, potassium, selenium, and folate.

As part of the Powerful Pairings initiative, launched by the National Pork Board and USA Pulses in an effort to promote pairing whole foods to bring taste, balance, and nutrition to the center of the plate, these recipes for Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers, Cuban Black Beans and Pork Chops with Smashed Yellow Peas and Black-Eyed Pea Gravy encourage a nutritious way to enjoy fresh taste.

Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans

Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans

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Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers

Recipe courtesy of the National Pork Board and USA Pulses
Servings: 4

Burger Patties:

  • 1          pound ground pork
  • 4          tablespoons red onion, scrubbed with a vegetable brush under running water and finely minced
  • 1          teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1          teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 2          teaspoons ancho chili powder
  • 1          cup cooked black-eyed peas, drained
  • 1          teaspoon salt, plus additional, to taste
  • 4          slices Jack cheese

Caramelized Onions:

  • 2          tablespoons butter
  • 1          large onion, scrubbed with a vegetable brush under running water and sliced thin
  • 1/2       cup water
  • 1/2       teaspoon salt

Charred Green Chili Mayo:

  • 1          can (3 ounces) diced green chilies
  • 2/3       cup mayonnaise
  • 1          clove garlic, crushed
  • 1          tablespoon lime juice
  • 2          green onions, gently rubbed under cold running water and finely sliced
  • 1/4       cup cilantro, gently rubbed under cold running water and chopped
  • 4          hamburger buns
  • 1          avocado, peeled and sliced
  • 1/2       head lettuce, gently rubbed under cold running water
  1. In a large bowl, mix ground pork, onion, garlic, and chili powders. Add black-eyed peas and salt; mix well. Form into four loosely packed balls and refrigerate at least 30 minutes.
  2. To make Caramelized Onions: In a large skillet over medium-high heat, warm butter. Add onions, water, and salt; cook, stirring until onions soften and turn golden brown, about 5 minutes. Remove from heat and set aside.
  3. To make Charred Green Chili Mayo: Place green chilies in a hot cast iron skillet over medium-high heat. Cook, turning until chilies begin to soften and turn black. Remove from heat and place in a small bowl. Add mayonnaise, garlic, and lime juice; whisk to blend. Add green onions and cilantro; stir well and refrigerate.
  4. To make burgers: Warm cast iron or nonstick griddle pan over medium-high heat. Place pork balls on hot skillet; flatten with a heavy metal spatula. Season with salt, to taste. Cook approximately 3 minutes; flip and cook 2-3 minutes until internal temperature reaches 145 F.
  5. Lightly toast buns. Place each burger on a toasted bun with a slice of cheese, Caramelized Onions, Charred Green Chili Mayo, avocado, and lettuce.
Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans

Green Chili Jack Smash Burgers & Cuban Black Beans

Cuban Black Beans

Recipe courtesy of Carolina Molea on behalf of the National Pork Board and USA Pulses
Serving: 6

  • 1          quart water
  • 1          green bell pepper, scrubbed with a vegetable brush under running water and diced, divided
  • 4          cloves garlic, peeled, divided
  • 1          cup dried black beans, rinsed and soaked overnight
  • 1          bay leaf
  • 2          tablespoons olive oil
  • 2          slices bacon, diced
  • 1/2       Spanish onion, scrubbed with a vegetable brush under running water and diced
  • 1/2       teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4       teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2       teaspoon black pepper
  • 2          tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1          tablespoon light brown sugar
  1. Fill a large pot with water. Add 1/2 diced green pepper, two garlic cloves, beans, and bay leaf. Bring to boil over high heat. Reduce heat, cover, and simmer until beans are tender about 1 hour.
  2. In a skillet over medium-high heat, warm olive oil. Add bacon; cook, turning, until bacon starts to brown, about 2 minutes. Add remaining green pepper and onion; cook, stirring until slightly softened, about 3 minutes.
  3. Chop remaining garlic cloves. Add to skillet with oregano, cumin, and black pepper. Stir 1 minute. Pour in the vinegar, scraping browned bits from the bottom of the pan with a wooden spoon.
  4. When beans are cooked, discard bay leaf. Transfer 1 cup beans to blender; blend to make paste. Return blended beans to the large pot. Add bacon mixture and sugar. Stir well; bring to boil over medium heat. Lower heat, simmer, and cook, uncovered, 20 minutes, skimming foam from the top.

SOURCE:
National Family Meals Month

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