Description
The Hawaii 5-0 Burger combines spicy pepper jack cheese, sweet grilled pineapple, and savory bacon for a dynamic flavor experience.
Ingredients
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- 1/3 cup mayonnaise
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/8 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 1/3 pounds ground chuck
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 4 pineapple rings
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices of cooked bacon
- 4 lettuce leaves
- 4 slices of tomato
Instructions
- For the Garlic Aioli: In a small bowl, mix together 1/3 cup mayonnaise, 1 minced garlic clove, 1 teaspoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon black pepper. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
- For the Burgers: Divide 1 1/3 pounds of ground chuck into 4 equal patties, about 1/3 pound each.
- Sprinkle each patty with brown sugar, ensuring even coverage.
- Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
- During the last minute of grilling, place a slice of pepper jack cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
- Grill the pineapple rings for 1-2 minutes on each side until they have grill marks and are slightly caramelized.
- Toast the hamburger buns on the grill for about 1 minute, until lightly browned.
- Assemble the burgers: Spread garlic aioli on the bottom half of each bun. Place a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato, a burger patty with melted cheese, a grilled pineapple ring, and a slice of bacon on top. Finish with the top half of the bun.
- Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
Notes
For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños to the burger. These burgers pair perfectly with crispy oven-baked fries. If you prefer a different cheese, Swiss or cheddar can be used as substitutes. Store any leftover aioli in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 750
- Sugar: 20 grams
- Sodium: 1200 mg
- Fat: 45 grams
- Carbohydrates: 55 grams
- Fiber: 3 grams
- Protein: 40 grams
- Cholesterol: 120 mg