1 1/2 pounds lean ground beef
1 medium onion, finely chopped (1/2 cup)
2 to 3 jalape? chiles, seeded and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, finely chopped

Brush grill rack with vegetable oil. Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat.

Mix all ingredients. Shape mixture into 6 patties, about 1/2 inch thick.

Grill patties uncovered about 4 inches from MEDIUM heat 8 to 12 minutes, turning once, until no longer pink in center and juice is clear.

Yields 6 servings.