Vegetarian Fried Cheese Burger

Who says burgers need meat? This Vegetarian Fried Cheese Burger brings bold flavor and crispy texture in every bite. Golden-fried slices of Tropical Queso de Freír take center stage instead of meat, offering a crunchy outside and a warm, melty inside. Stacked with lettuce, tomato, onion, and Crema Chipotle on a warm bun, it’s a satisfying, meat-free twist on a classic. You can make your own Crema Chipotle with Tropical Crema Mexicana and make your burger as spicy as you want. Whether you’re a vegetarian or just craving something different, this burger is a must-try!

Ingredients

• 4 thick slices of Queso de Freír Tropical
• ½ teaspoon ground pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ cup store-bought sofrito
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• Lettuce
• Tomato
• Pickled onions
• 4 hamburger buns

Chipotle Crema:

• ½ cup Tropical Crema Mexicana
• 2 tablespoons chipotle peppers in adobo, minced (canned)

Preparation

1. Season the thick slices of Queso de Freír with pepper, oregano, and sofrito.
2. In a small skillet, heat the oil over medium-high heat. Add the Queso de Freír and fry until golden brown on both sides, about 1-2 minutes per side. Remove from the skillet and set aside.
3. In a small bowl, mix the Crema Mexicana and minced chipotle, and stir until well combined.
4. Lightly toast the hamburger buns in the oven. On the bottom bun, layer lettuce, tomato, fried cheese, and pickled onions. Spread the chipotle crema on the top bun and place it over the burger.