Description
This Hawaiian Burger recipe combines juicy ground beef patties marinated with teriyaki and soy sauce, topped with grilled pineapple rings, red onion slices, and melted mozzarella cheese. Served on toasted buns, these burgers offer a perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors with a tropical twist, making them ideal for outdoor grilling season or a flavorful weeknight dinner.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Patties
- 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce (divided from 1 bottle)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- Cooking spray for grill
Toppings and Extras
- 1 can sliced pineapple, drained
- 1 large red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rings
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 4 burger buns
- Additional teriyaki sauce for tossing and drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare grill and beef: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat and spray the grill grates with cooking spray to prevent sticking. In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef with 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, ground ginger, and garlic salt. Mix gently to combine all ingredients without overworking the meat. Shape the mixture into 4 evenly sized patties, making a dimple in the center of each to promote even cooking.
- Marinate pineapple and onions: In a separate bowl, toss the drained pineapple slices and red onion rings with a few tablespoons of teriyaki sauce. This will infuse the toppings with sweet, savory flavor and enhance their taste when grilled.
- Grill burgers: Place the patties on the preheated grill. Cook for about 4 minutes per side or until the internal temperature reaches at least 145°F for medium doneness. During the last few minutes of grilling, top each patty with a slice of mozzarella cheese to allow it to melt.
- Grill pineapple, onions, and buns: While the burgers finish cooking, grill the marinated pineapple rings, onion slices, and burger buns for approximately 2 minutes per side until they have nice grill marks and are warmed through.
- Rest and assemble: Remove the burgers and toppings from the grill and let the patties rest for 5 minutes to retain juices. Assemble each burger by placing the beef patty on the bottom half of the bun, topping with grilled onions, pineapple, and a drizzle of teriyaki sauce. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately for best flavor.
Notes
- Ensure the grill is properly preheated to achieve nice sear marks and even cooking on burgers and toppings.
- Do not overmix the beef when combining ingredients to keep patties tender.
- Adjust teriyaki sauce quantity to taste for marinating and drizzling.
- Letting burgers rest after grilling helps redistribute the juices for a juicier bite.
- Check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer to ensure food safety.
