Caribbean Grilled Burger with Pineapple Sauce
Transport your taste buds to paradise with this Caribbean Grilled Burger with Pineapple Sauce, a tropical twist on a classic favorite! Juicy, spiced beef patties infused with allspice and a touch of brown sugar are grilled to perfection and crowned with a luscious, tangy-sweet pineapple sauce made with crushed pineapple, soy sauce, and a hint of chili heat. Layered with caramelized red onions, crisp lettuce, and fresh tomato slices, and served on buttery toasted buns, this burger is a mouthwatering blend of smoky, savory, and tropical flavors. Perfect for cookouts or casual dinners, this island-inspired recipe is sure to impress your guests while bringing a sunny Caribbean vibe to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef
- 1 tsp Salt
- 0.5 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 tsp Ground allspice
- 0.5 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tbsp Brown sugar
- 1 cup Crushed pineapple (canned, unsweetened)
- 2 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tbsp Honey
- 0.25 tsp Red chili flakes
- 1 medium Red onion (sliced)
- 4 Burger buns
- 4 Lettuce leaves
- 1 large Tomato (sliced)
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil
- 2 tbsp Butter
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, ground allspice, garlic powder, onion powder, and brown sugar. Mix until evenly combined, but do not overwork the meat.
Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 1/2 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during grilling.
Prepare the pineapple sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the crushed pineapple, soy sauce, honey, and red chili flakes. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened slightly. Remove from heat and set aside.
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grates.
Grill the burger patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness (e.g., internal temperature of 160°F for medium). During the last minute of grilling, place the burger buns cut-side down on the grill to toast lightly.
In a skillet over medium heat, add the vegetable oil and butter. Once melted, add the sliced red onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until caramelized and golden brown. Remove from heat.
Assemble the burgers: Place a lettuce leaf on the bottom half of each toasted bun, followed by a grilled burger patty. Add a spoonful of pineapple sauce on top of the patty, then a few slices of caramelized onion, and finally a slice of tomato. Top with the upper half of the bun.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Caribbean Grilled Burger with Pineapple Sauce!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2096 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 121.3 g | 156% | |
| Saturated Fat | 46.8 g | 234% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 9.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 387 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 4707 mg | 205% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 161.6 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.9 g | ||
| Protein | 96.2 g | 192% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 302 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 14.4 mg | 80% | |
| Potassium | 2269 mg | 48% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
