Mahi Mahi Burgers
These Mahi Mahi Burgers with Chipotle-Avocado Spread will be the stars of every barbecue this summer. They’re delicious and every bite is a burst of flavor. Even the beef burger eaters will be jealous of these Mahi Mahi Burgers. You sure will want them to be part of your next barbecue!
Ingredients
For Mahi Mahi Burgers:
- 12 oz Mahi Mahi
- 1/2 cup blanched almond flour
- 3 cloves of garlic
- 1/2 yellow onion
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 1 tsp pink sea salt
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp lime juice
- 1 tbsp olive oil
For Chipotle-Avocado Spread:
- 1/2 avocado
- 1/3 cup mayo
- 1 tbsp chipotle chili crushed
- 2-3 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro
- 1/2 tsp pink sea salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
Instructions
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Start by cubing mahi mahi filets and placing them in a food processor bow. Thinly dice cilantro and measure out 2 tablespoons. Mince garlic and dice onion. Add to food processor bowl along with the rest of ingredients for mahi mahi burgers. Pulse until all ingredients are well combined.
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Scoop out mixture into 4 even parts and roll them into balls. Shape them into burger patties that are about 4-5 inches wide and about 1/4-1/2 inch thick. Set them aside.
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Preheat grill or griddle on medium-high heat. Drizzle a bit of oil on surface. Place patties on heated surface and grill burgers for 2-3 minutes. Flip over and continue to grill for another 2-3 minutes on opposite side. Set aside.
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Place all ingredients for the spread in food processor bowl (make sure bowl is cleaned up from making burger mixture); mayo, crushed chipotle chili , avocado, fresh lime juice, cilantro, pink sea salt, and black pepper. Pulse on high until well combined and creamy and smooth texture is reached.
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Serve Mahi Mahi Burgers while still warm in burger buns with Chipotle-Avocado Spread and any preferred burger fixins. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Tips and Substitutions:
- Chill the burgers for a while- This will help them get firm and prevent them from falling apart when grilling.
- Preheat grill for at least 10 minutes before grilling the burgers- This will prevent the burgers from sticking on the grill.
- If using a griddle- Make sure to grease it with oil and bring griddle to a heat before you add your burgers to cook.
- Substitute for mayo- Use pain Greek yogurt.
- Substitute for Flax Meal- Use blanched almond flour.