Name: Spanish Chorizo Manchego Burger
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Spanish-inspired
Ingredients: 450 g ground beef (85/15 blend); 150 g Spanish chorizo, finely chopped; 4 ciabatta buns, split and toasted; 120 g Manchego cheese, thinly sliced; 100 g roasted red peppers (jarred); 30 g almonds, toasted; 2 cloves garlic; 15 ml red wine vinegar; 30 ml olive oil; 5 ml smoked paprika; 60 g arugula; Salt and pepper, to taste

The Spanish Chorizo Manchego Burger celebrates the bold flavors of Spain with smoky chorizo mixed into the beef patty, aged Manchego cheese, and vibrant romesco sauce. This burger captures the essence of Spanish tapas culture, where simple, quality ingredients combine to create unforgettable flavor. The chorizo adds paprika-spiced richness while the Manchego provides nutty, complex notes.

What makes this burger truly special is the homemade romesco sauce—a traditional Catalan sauce made with roasted red peppers, almonds, and garlic that's both sweet and smoky. This sauce is what ties all the Spanish elements together, providing moisture and a flavor complexity that elevates the burger beyond the ordinary. Peppery arugula adds fresh bite that cuts through the richness perfectly.

This burger is ideal for dinner parties or when you want to impress with sophisticated European flavors. Pair it with patatas bravas or a simple Spanish salad for a complete Mediterranean feast that transports you to a Barcelona tapas bar.