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Mexican Meat Patties with Fresh Corn Salsa

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Picture of Plated Mexican Beef Patty with salsa topping
Plated Mexican Beef Patty with salsa toppingPhoto by Caleb Adams, Food Styling by Anna Stockwell

Inspired by Mexican pacholas, these extra-thin beef and pork patties are spiced with cilantro, chili powder, and garlic. Topped off with a simple raw corn and tomato salsa, they are a crowd-pleasing and low-maintenance summer dinner.

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