Hawaiian Teriyaki Burger Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce
- 1/4 cup breadcrumbs
- 1/4 cup chopped green onions
- 1/4 cup chopped pineapple
- 1 tsp. garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp. salt
- 1/4 tsp. black pepper
- 4 slices of pineapple
- 4 slices of red onion
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 lettuce leaves

Special equipment needed:
- Grill or grill pan

Step-by-step instructions:

1. In a large bowl, mix together ground beef, teriyaki sauce, breadcrumbs, green onions, chopped pineapple, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
2. Form the mixture into four equal-sized patties.
3. Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high heat.
4. Grill the pineapple and red onion slices until slightly charred, about 2-3 minutes per side. Set aside.
5. Grill the burger patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until cooked to your desired level of doneness.
6. Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for about 1 minute.
7. Assemble the burgers by placing a lettuce leaf on the bottom bun, followed by the burger patty, grilled pineapple slice, and grilled red onion slice.
8. Top with the top bun and serve immediately.


- Time:
Preparation time: 15 minutes
- Cooking time: 10 minutes
Temperature:
- Grill or grill pan: medium-high heat
Serving size:
- 4 servings

Nutritional information:
- Calories: 450
- Fat: 18g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Protein: 30g

Substitutions for ingredients:
- Ground beef can be substituted with ground turkey or chicken.
- Teriyaki sauce can be substituted with soy sauce mixed with brown sugar and ginger.
- Breadcrumbs can be substituted with panko breadcrumbs or crushed crackers.
- Green onions can be substituted with chopped cilantro or parsley.
- Pineapple can be substituted with mango or peach.

Variations:
- Add a slice of Swiss or cheddar cheese to the burger.
- Top the burger with crispy bacon.
- Serve the burger with a side of sweet potato fries.

Tips and tricks:
- Make sure to mix the burger patty ingredients well to ensure even flavor throughout.
- Use a meat thermometer to ensure the burger is cooked to a safe internal temperature of 160°F.
- Brush the pineapple and red onion slices with a little bit of oil before grilling to prevent sticking.

Storage instructions:
- Leftover burger patties can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Reheating instructions:
- Reheat the burger patties in the microwave or on the grill until heated through.

Presentation ideas:
- Serve the burgers on a platter with a side of sweet potato fries and a small bowl of teriyaki sauce for dipping.

Garnishes:
- Garnish the burgers with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or chopped cilantro.

Pairings:
- Serve the burgers with a cold beer or a glass of pineapple juice.

Suggested side dishes:
- Sweet potato fries
- Grilled vegetables
- Coleslaw

Troubleshooting advice:
- If the burger patties are falling apart on the grill, try adding more breadcrumbs to the mixture to help bind the ingredients together.

Food safety advice:
- Always cook ground beef to a safe internal temperature of 160°F to prevent foodborne illness.

Food history:
- The teriyaki sauce used in this recipe originated in Japan and is a sweet and savory sauce made with soy sauce, sugar, and mirin.

Flavor profiles:
- This burger is sweet and savory, with the teriyaki sauce adding a sweet and salty flavor to the beef patty, and the grilled pineapple and red onion adding a sweet and tangy flavor.

Serving suggestions:
- Serve the burgers with a side of sweet potato fries and a cold beer for a delicious and satisfying meal.

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Taste: Savory, Tangy, Sweet, Umami, Spicy