Description
This Hawaiian Burger recipe combines juicy grilled beef patties seasoned with soy and teriyaki sauce, topped with melted mozzarella, grilled pineapple, and red onion for a sweet and savory tropical twist. Perfectly grilled buns complete this flavorful burger that’s sure to impress at any cookout or casual meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Patties
- 1 pound 80/20 ground beef
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce (divided)
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
Grilled Toppings
- 1 can sliced pineapple, drained
- 1 large red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch thick rings
Other Ingredients
- 4 slices mozzarella cheese
- 4 burger buns
- Cooking spray
- Additional teriyaki sauce for drizzling
Instructions
- Prepare grill and beef: Preheat the grill to medium-high heat. Lightly spray the grill grates with cooking spray to prevent sticking. In a mixing bowl, gently combine the ground beef with 2 tablespoons of teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, ground ginger, and garlic salt. Form the mixture into 4 equal-sized patties, pressing a slight dimple in the center of each to ensure 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, coating them evenly to infuse flavor before grilling.
- Grill burgers, pineapple, onion, and buns: Place the beef patties on the preheated grill and cook for about 4 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches at least 145°F for medium doneness. During the last couple of minutes of cooking, lay a slice of mozzarella cheese atop each patty to melt. Meanwhile, grill the pineapple rings, onion slices, and burger buns for approximately 2 minutes per side until lightly charred and warm.
- Rest and assemble: Remove the patties, pineapple, onions, and buns from the grill. Allow the burgers to rest for 5 minutes to redistribute juices. Assemble each burger by placing a beef patty on the bottom bun, topping it with grilled onions and pineapple, and drizzling with additional teriyaki sauce. Finish with the top bun and serve immediately for a delicious Hawaiian-inspired burger experience.
Notes
- For safety, ensure the beef patties reach an internal temperature of at least 145°F and rest before serving.
- Use preferably fresh pineapple slices if available for better texture and flavor, but canned works well too.
- You can substitute mozzarella with provolone or cheddar cheese to vary the flavor profile.
- Brush the buns with melted butter before grilling for extra richness.
- If you don’t have access to a grill, these burgers can be cooked on a stovetop grill pan or cast iron skillet.
- Leftover grilled pineapple and onions can be stored separately in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
