Mexican Meat Patties with Fresh Corn Salsa
Mexican Meat Patties with Fresh Corn Salsa is a flavorful Mexican Mexican Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Process beef, pork, garlic powder, 1/4 cup cilantro, 1 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. chili powder in a food processor until evenly distributed and well combined, about 2 minutes.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionProcess beef, pork, garlic powder, 1/4 cup cilantro, 1 1/4 tsp. salt, and 1/2 tsp. chili powder in a food processor until evenly distributed and well combined, about 2 minutes.
Roll mixture into 4 balls.
Rub one 16x12" piece of parchment with a little bit of oil.
Place 1 ball of meat on one half of oiled paper, then fold other half over.
Using a rolling pin or wine bottle, gently roll meat into a very thin oval between parchment (it should be about 9x6").
Transfer, with parchment, to a rimmed baking sheet.
Repeat with 3 more sheets of paper and remaining meat.
Chill until ready to use.
Slice kernels off ears of corn and transfer to a large bowl.
Add tomato, onion, avocado, chile, lime juice, and remaining 1/4 cup cilantro, 1 tsp. salt, and 1/4 tsp. chili powder and stir to combine.
Let sit while you cook the patties.
Heat 1 Tbsp. oil in a large heavy (preferably cast-iron) skillet until smoking.
Working one at a time, peel patty off greased parchment and sear until browned and crisped on the bottom, about 2 minutes.
Turn and cook just until cooked through, about 1 minute more.
Transfer to a plate and repeat with remaining patties.
Top patties with corn salsa.
Do Ahead: Patties can be formed 2 days ahead.
Chill in parchment on a covered rimmed baking sheet.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.