Description
Sizzling summer teriyaki burgers bring Hawaiian-inspired flavors to backyard grilling. Juicy beef patties glazed with sweet teriyaki sauce and topped with grilled pineapple create a mouthwatering experience that transports you to tropical paradise.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Protein:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef
- 1 egg, beaten
Binding and Flavor Enhancers:
- ½ cup panko breadcrumbs
- ¼ cup teriyaki sauce
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon ground ginger
- Salt and pepper to taste
Teriyaki Sauce Components:
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ground ginger
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons water
Assembly Ingredients:
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices of pineapple
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomatoes
- Sliced red onions
Instructions
- Craft a zesty teriyaki sauce by blending soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, minced garlic, and ground ginger in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk in a cornstarch slurry to achieve a glossy, thickened consistency, then set aside to cool and intensify flavors.
- In a mixing bowl, combine ground beef with panko breadcrumbs, a splash of teriyaki sauce, beaten egg, minced garlic, ground ginger, salt, and pepper. Gently fold ingredients together, taking care not to overwork the meat, and shape into four evenly sized patties.
- Preheat a grill or skillet to medium-high heat. Carefully place patties on the cooking surface, allowing them to sear and develop a rich, caramelized exterior. Cook for approximately 5-6 minutes per side, adjusting time based on desired doneness.
- Simultaneously, arrange pineapple slices on the grill, cooking for roughly 2 minutes per side until golden brown grill marks appear and natural sugars caramelize.
- Toast hamburger buns until they achieve a light golden hue and crisp edges. Layer each bottom bun with a crisp lettuce leaf, creating a fresh foundation for the burger.
- Position the perfectly cooked patty atop the lettuce, then crown with a grilled pineapple slice. Garnish with thinly sliced tomatoes and rings of red onion for added texture and zest.
- Drizzle additional teriyaki sauce over the assembled burger, allowing the glossy glaze to cascade down the sides. Cap with the top bun and serve immediately to preserve optimal temperature and flavor.
Notes
- Elevate the flavor profile by using freshly minced garlic and ginger for a more vibrant and authentic teriyaki taste.
- Control the sauce consistency by gradually adding cornstarch slurry, ensuring a perfect glaze that clings to the burger patty.
- Prevent burger patties from falling apart by chilling the mixture for 15 minutes before forming them, which helps bind the ingredients.
- Achieve perfect grill marks on pineapple by patting the slices dry and brushing with a light coating of oil before grilling.
- Balance the sweetness of teriyaki sauce with a sprinkle of sesame seeds or green onions for added texture and visual appeal.
- Opt for high-quality ground beef with a moderate fat content (80/20 ratio) to ensure juicy and flavorful burger patties.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Japanese-American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 590
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 57 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 27 g
- Cholesterol: 95 mg