Directions:

To Prepare Bacon Jam

Preheat conventional oven to 325 degrees F (300 degrees F convection oven). Arrange bacon on sheet pans. Cook for 10-12 minutes (8-10 minutes convection) or until lightly browned; minimum internal temperature should be at least 158 degrees F with an instant-read thermometer. Transfer cooked bacon to a rack, or plate lined with paper towels, to drain off fat. Roughly chop into 1” pieces once drained and cool enough to handle. Reserve 1/2 teaspoon bacon fat for cooking. Heat reserved bacon fat in large skillet over medium heat. Add onions and garlic. Sauté for 5 minutes or until translucent. Add chili powder, ground ginger, and dry mustard. Stir and cook for 1 additional minute. Increase heat to high. Stir in vinegar, pancake syrup, and brown sugar. Bring to a boil. Add bacon. Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 5-7 minutes or until thick and syrupy. Let cool for 15 minutes. Transfer to a food processor. Pulse until mixture has the consistency of a chunky jam. Cover and place in the refrigerator to chill until ready to use. This will make ½ cup.

To Prepare Chipotle Mayonnaise

In a bowl, combine all ingredients. Mix well. Cover and place in the refrigerator until ready to use.

To Prepare Chipotle Dusted Deli Chips:

Prepare frozen potato chips according to manufacturer’s instructions. Drain well on a rack, or plate lined with paper towels, if needed. Place hot cooked chips or store-bought chips in a large bowl and toss with chipotle chili powder and salt.

To Prepare Chorizo Burger Patty

In a stainless steel bowl, combine minced garlic, spices, salt, and vinegar. Mix well. Add ground pork to spice mixture. Mix until well-blended. Form pork mixture into 4 oz. patties. Preheat griddle to 350 degrees F, or heat a large pan over medium heat and spray with nonstick coating. Place patties on griddle or pan. Flatten patties to approximately 5-inch diameter and 1/2 inch thick. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on each side or until juices run clear; minimum internal temperature should be at least 158 degrees F with an instant-read thermometer.

To Assemble Chorizo Bacon Jam Burger

Toast buns in toaster oven or on a dry skillet until golden. Place burger on heel of bun. Place the following ingredients in order on top of patty:

– 2 Tbsp bacon jam

– 4 slices avocado

– 2 slices tomato

– 1/2 cup arugula

Spread 1 Tbsp chipotle mayonnaise on inside crown of bun. Place crown of bun on sandwich to close. Enjoy with Chipotle Dusted Deli Chips!

TIPS:

– Store unused canned chipotles in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks or freeze in small amounts on a lined pan and then transfer to a zip-top bag for later use.

– For a different flavor, try ancho or chipotle chili powder instead of regular chili powder.

– Add cilantro to the top of your burger for extra flavor and crunch!