Use This Classic Tex-Mex Dish As An Unexpected But Flavorful Topping For Burgers - Tasting Table

"Across diners and fast-food chains, all the way to your backyard grills, they are almost always assembled with the same few toppings. Without even looking, you can probably pick out every single layer, from that crisp leaf of lettuce and slice of tomato to the onion rings and melted cheese seeping into the patty. But wait, what's that burst of savory, smoky flavors up top, unexpectedly cutting through this monotony?"

"Fajitas encompass a wide range of main ingredients, often meat, seafood, or veggies, coated in Tex-Mex seasonings like cumin, chili powder, and cayenne pepper. Everything is cooked to a sizzle over high heat. For burgers, in particular, it's the veggies that are best utilized for toppings. Forget about freshness and subtleties; they will wake your senses right up with lively flavors. You've got bell peppers blistered with sweet, earthy goodness, onions charred to tender-crisp perfection, and maybe even a few pieces of mushrooms."

"Veggie fajitas can include anything you want, like bell peppers, zucchini, onion, various types of chili peppers, etc., all sliced into thin strips for the crunchiest bite. Just cook them for a few minutes with sprinkles of fajita seasonings in between. Make sure not to move them around too much to get that delectable char for a true fajita experience. Feel free to add Mexican crema for a creamy richness that balances all the intense spices, or your favorite Mexican cheeses for a melty pull"

Burgers commonly use the same familiar toppings, but fajita-style toppings offer a bold alternative. Fajitas use meats, seafood, or vegetables seasoned with cumin, chili powder, and cayenne, cooked quickly over high heat to develop smoky, charred flavors. Vegetables like bell peppers, onions, zucchini, and mushrooms provide blistered sweetness, tender-crisp bite, and umami depth that contrast with the burger's beef. Bright herby aromatics and a squeeze of lime cut through richness. To prepare veggie fajitas, slice thin, cook briefly without excessive stirring to achieve char, and finish with Mexican crema or melty cheeses for balance.

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