Terrific Teriyaki Burgers Recipe

By pattie_d

Golden flecks of pineapple give these burgers a touch of sweetness, while the ginger root adds some spice. Ground chicken works well in this recipe, too.

Ingredients

• BURGERS:
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons reduced-sodium soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon unsweetened crushed pineapple
• 1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh gingerroot
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 egg white, lightly beaten
• 1/3 cup dry bread crumbs
• 3 green onions, chopped
• 2 tablespoons unsweetened crushed pineapple
• 3/4 pound ground beef
• 3/4 pound lean ground turkey
• 6 slices unsweetened pineapple
• 6 hamburger buns, split and toasted
• 6 lettuce leaves
• 6 slices tomato

Details

Servings 6
Adapted from tasteofhome.com

Preparation

Step 1

In a small bowl, combine the ketchup, soy sauce, brown sugar, pineapple, ginger, garlic and sesame oil; set aside.

In a large bowl, combine the egg white, bread crumbs, onions, crushed pineapple and 3 tablespoons reserved ketchup mixture. Crumble beef and turkey over mixture and mix well. Shape into six burgers.

Using long-handled tongs, moisten a paper towel with cooking oil and lightly coat the grill rack. Grill burgers, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a meat thermometer reads 165° and juices run clear, brushing occasionally with remaining ketchup mixture.

Grill or broil pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes on each side or until heated through. Serve burgers and pineapple on buns with lettuce and tomato. Yield: 6 servings.