Island Honey Burgers
Transform your backyard BBQ into a tropical paradise with these irresistible Island Honey Burgers! Featuring juicy, perfectly seasoned ground beef patties infused with honey, soy sauce, and a hint of ginger, these burgers bring a sweet-savory twist to your grilling repertoire. The star of the recipe is the caramelized grilled pineapple, brushed with honey for a touch of natural sweetness that perfectly complements the smoky, charred flavors. Served on toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, fresh tomato, and a dollop of creamy mayonnaise, these burgers are an explosion of island-inspired flavors. Ready in just 25 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or summer cookouts. Pair these tropical delights with sweet potato fries or a zesty tropical salad for the ultimate getaway on a plate!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 lb Ground beef (80/20 lean-to-fat ratio)
- 4 pieces Pineapple rings (fresh or canned, drained)
- 2 tbsp Honey
- 1.5 tbsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Garlic powder
- 0.5 tsp Ground ginger
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 4 Hamburger buns
- 4 pieces Lettuce leaves
- 4 pieces Tomato slices
- 4 tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp Vegetable oil (for grilling)
Instructions
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, 1 tablespoon of honey, soy sauce, garlic powder, ground ginger, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently with your hands until evenly combined, being careful not to overwork the meat.
Divide the meat mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4-inch thick. Use your thumb to make a shallow indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Lightly brush the grill grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.
Place the beef patties on the grill and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium doneness. Remove the patties from the grill and let them rest for 3 minutes.
While the burgers are cooking, brush the pineapple rings lightly with the remaining 1 tablespoon of honey. Grill the pineapple rings for 1-2 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and they are slightly caramelized.
Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for 30 seconds to 1 minute, or until lightly golden brown.
To assemble the burgers, spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, a cooked burger patty, a grilled pineapple ring, and a tomato slice. Finish with the top half of the bun.
Serve the Island Honey Burgers immediately with your favorite sides, such as sweet potato fries or a fresh tropical salad.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2446 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 167.1 g | 214% | |
| Saturated Fat | 50.2 g | 251% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 373 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 3223 mg | 140% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.9 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 63.5 g | 227% | |
| Total Sugars | 76.9 g | ||
| Protein | 138.3 g | 277% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 236 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.4 mg | 91% | |
| Potassium | 1626 mg | 35% | |
*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.
