Burgers
1 pound ground turkey or ground chicken
3/4 whole panko bread crumbs
1 tablespoon lime juice
2 cloves garlic, minced or grated
2 chipotle chiles in adobo from a can, minced
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
pinch of salt and pepper
4 thick slices sharp cheddar cheese
4 brioche burger buns, toasted
1-2 avocados mashed lightly with lime juice, 2T cilantro, pinch of salt + pepper
chipotle mayo, for serving (optional)
Mexican Street Corn Frittes
1 jalapeno, seeded + minced
2 green onions, finely chopped
3/4 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/4 teaspoon salt + pepper
1/2 cup milk (any % you prefer)
1 1/4 cups sweet yellow corn, about 2 ears
1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
4-6 ounces cotija cheese, crumbled
canola oil, for frying