28 Feb Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burger
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Some days you just need an island getaway, but when budgets and schedules don’t allow this burger can help. This amazing Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burger will transport you to a tropical island with its luscious sweet and savory flavors!
Pineapple and onion are one of those couples that might sound a little odd but when they get together the chemistry is undeniable! This pretty and flavor-packed burger has it all. If you are craving something new and delicious let yourself be swept away by the wave of delicious tropical flavor in this Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burger!
What Makes Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burger so Delicious!?
Island-Inspired Flavor!
Not everyone can take a Hawaiian vacation but everyone can fire up the grill. This amazing burger will have you feeling like your toes are in the warm sand in no time! The pineapple and onion in these tasty burgers create a fresh island breeze of flavor that will have you dreaming of sand between your toes no matter where you are or what it’s like outside.
Grilled Flavor Indoors!
Some days it’s just too cold out for the grill, but the only thing to quell your craving is a tasty burger. Luckily, this delicious rendition allows you to make the perfect burger without the grill. It’s an easy way to make delicious burgers without sacrificing big flavors!
Fun and Fruity Remix!
Forget the controversy about pineapple on a pizza and fall in love with this fruity cheeseburger update! There is nothing quite like the flavor of rich juicy burger meat with sweet and fruity pineapple. Top that off with amazingly caramelized onions and you have the most unforgettable burger you’ve eaten in a lifetime!
Ingredients for Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burger
Caramelized Onions:
Olive Oil
A little oil is essential to caramelizing the onions, and with less fat than butter!
Onion
Caramelized onion balances the sweet pineapple so well on this burger! Try using either white or yellow onion, they both have great flavor when cooked.
Balsamic Vinegar
Balsamic vinegar adds a great sweet and tangy flavor to the delicious onions in this burger recipe!
Burgers:
Ground Beef
Great burgers start with ground beef. Use a lean version of ground beef like an 80/20 ground beef.
Vegetable Oil
Brushing the burgers with olive oil adds a little extra fat to the burgers and helps them not to stick to the pan.
Cheddar Cheese
Cheddar cheese brings everything together on this burger; use sliced cheddar for a nice even coating and easy melting.
Grilled Pineapple:
Pineapple Rings
Pineapple is just delicious when grilled! Use either fresh or canned pineapple rings but if cutting your own pineapple rings, be careful not to cut them too thick. Too thick of a slice will make the burger overly juicy and kind of hard to handle.
Olive Oil
Olive oil helps cook the pineapple perfectly!
Honey
Honey helps sweeten up the tangy pineapple. You can swap this for agave syrup in a pinch.
Burger Assembly:
Hamburger Buns
Hawaiian buns are a fun twist, so are delicious whole wheat buns, but use your favorite!
Tomato Slices
Tomato gives the burger a fresh bite. If you don’t love tomatoes, feel free to leave this off.
Lettuce Slices
A burger needs lettuce for crunch and freshness. Use iceberg, romaine, or whatever your favorite sandwich lettuce is.
Red Onion
Red onion is the perfect onion to use raw; it has a great flavor and even better color. If you are not an onion person, leave this color ingredient off.
Expert Tips and Tricks
- A few things are going on at the same time in this recipe, so try to stay organized and tidy up as you go. A little organization helps a lot in the kitchen.
- Move the onions around when cooking them and be sure they do not stick to the pan.
- When making the burger patties, try to keep them very even so they cook at the same rate.
- Thoroughly coat the pineapples in the honey mixture. Not only does it help sweeten them but it helps them not stick to the pan.
How to Serve This Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burger
Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burgers are perfect for a fun weekend dinner, they even make a great meal for a dinner party. To serve this savory and sweet sensation you can set up a burger topping station or put them together for all your guests. Pair them with soda or your favorite cold beer for the perfect meaty bite!
How to Store and Reheat Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burger
These burgers are so delicious that they will fly off the table, but don’t worry if there are leftovers because storing these burgers is easy! Allow the burgers to cool completely and line an airtight container with paper towels or parchment paper. Place the burgers in a single layer in the airtight container and refrigerate for up to 4 days.
The trick to reheating this burger is all about the bun. To reheat in the microwave, cover the burger with a damp paper towel or set a small cup of water in the corner. This helps the bun stay moist, but not soggy. Microwave in 30-second bursts until warm.
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Pineapple & Caramelized Onion Burger
Ingredients
Caramelized Onions:
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion, sliced
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar
Burgers:
- 1 lb ground beef, any variety of your choosing
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
Grilled Pineapple:
- 4 pineapple rings
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp honey
- 4 hamburger buns
- tomato slices
- lettuce slices
- 1/2 red onion, sliced
Instructions
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil over high heat in a large skillet. When oil is heated, add onions and cook on high heat for 10 minutes, stirring constantly.
- When onions start to brown, reduce heat to medium. Cook for 10 minutes, continuing to stir. Add a pinch of salt.
- Cook another 10 minutes on a medium/low heat, making sure that onions are not sticking to the bottom of the skillet.
- Remove from heat and sprinkle onions with a small amount of balsamic vinegar. Coat with the vinegar and set to the side.
- Make 4 equal patties out of the ground beef. Season to your liking with salt and pepper.
- Take skillet that you cooked the onions in, spray with cooking spray. Heat cooktop to a medium/high heat. Brush each side with olive oil and cook for 4-5 minutes on each side. In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheese on top of each patty to melt.
- Combine honey and olive oil in a bowl and coat the pineapple slices. While you grill the hamburgers, grill each pineapple slice for 3-4 minutes on each side.
- To assemble burgers, take bun and put a piece of lettuce on it. Top with burger patty and place onions then tomato slices then red onion. Grilled pineapple is the last thing to add then close it with the bun. Sometimes these can get messy so serving open-faced is an option.
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