Name: Teriyaki Pineapple Burger with Crispy Bacon
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Japanese-American
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 4 hamburger buns; 4 slices cheddar cheese; 8 slices bacon; 1 cup pineapple chunks; 1/2 cup sliced onions; 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce; 1 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tbsp brown sugar; 1 tsp sesame oil

A flavorful burger with crispy bacon, teriyaki pineapple, and a juicy beef patty.

Method

Preheat grill or skillet to medium-high heat.
Form ground beef into 4 patties and cook until desired doneness, 4-5 minutes per side.
In a bowl, mix teriyaki sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Brush onto pineapple and onions.
Grill pineapple and onions for 3-4 minutes per side.
Cook bacon until crispy, 3-4 minutes per side.
Toast buns slightly on the grill.
Assemble burgers with lettuce, tomato, bacon, cheese, patty, grilled pineapple, and onions.
Serve immediately.
Check that the ground meat reaches 71°C (160°F) throughout before serving.