Best 7 Hawaii Burgers Recipes

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In the heart of the Pacific, the vibrant culture of Hawaii has gifted the world with a tantalizing culinary gem known as the "Hawaii burger." This delightful creation, inspired by the unique flavors of the islands, is a symphony of sweet, savory, and juicy goodness. Whether you seek an adventurous dining experience at a local eatery or prefer the comfort of your own kitchen, this article will guide you through the delightful journey of crafting the ultimate Hawaii burger. From selecting the finest ingredients to assembling this culinary masterpiece, we'll provide you with the secrets to creating a burger that captures the essence of paradise.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

HAWAIIAN BURGER



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Every bite of these burgers is an explosion of sweet and savory, thanks to the juicy pineapple topping and umami-packed mayo spread (plus bacon!).

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/2 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup teriyaki cooking sauce or marinade
1 small pineapple, peeled and cored
24 ounces lean ground beef
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
8 slices bacon
4 onion rolls, split
4 slices mozzarella

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 200 degrees F.
  • Mix the mayonnaise and 1/4 cup of the teriyaki cooking sauce in a small bowl until combined. Slice four 1/4-inch-thick rounds from the pineapple (reserve the remaining pineapple for another use). Form the beef into 4 patties and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
  • Heat a grill pan over medium-high heat, alternatively prepare an outdoor grill for medium-high direct and indirect heat. Add the bacon and pineapple in a single layer in a grill pan; if using an outdoor grill place the pineapple over direct heat and the bacon over indirect heat and cover. Cook until golden on one side, about 5 minutes for the pineapple and 7 minutes for the bacon. Flip both with tongs and continue cooking until the bacon is crisp and the pineapple is golden and soft, about 6 minutes more for each. Transfer to a baking sheet along with the rolls and keep warm in the oven.
  • Add the burgers to the grill pan or outdoor grill over direct heat and cook until well browned on one side, about 4 minutes. Flip the burgers and cook for 2 minutes. Brush the burgers with half the remaining teriyaki cooking sauce, top with the mozzarella and brush with more sauce. Cover the burgers with a heatproof metal bowl or grill lid and cook until the cheese is melted and the burger is cooked to desired doneness, 1 to 2 minutes for medium.
  • Put a burger on the bottom half of each roll and top with 2 slices bacon and 1 pineapple round. Divide the teriyaki mayonnaise among the burgers, spooning it into the hole of each pineapple round. Top with the roll tops.

HAWAIIAN HONEY BURGERS



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Meet the Cook: These burgers were a favorite when I was growing up. I now use them as a way to "fancy up" a barbecue without a lot of extra preparation. They keep me out of a hot kitchen yet let me serve a nice meal. Fresh fruit and corn on the cob are wonderful accompaniments. As the oldest of six children, I began cooking when I was very young. But I really started enjoying cooking 2 years ago when I married a very appreciative husband. He inspires me! -Sheryl Creech, Lancaster, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple, drained
8 hamburger buns, split and toasted
Lettuce leaves, optional

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight 3/4-in.-thick patties. , Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 3 minutes on each side. Brush with soy sauce. Continue grilling for 4-6 minutes or until juices run clear, basting and turning several times. , During the last 4 minutes, grill the pineapple slices until browned, turning once. Serve burgers and pineapple on buns with lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 452 calories, Fat 16g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 762mg sodium, Carbohydrate 49g carbohydrate (28g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 27g protein.

HAWAII BURGERS



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This was a Rachael Ray recipe. Doug loves all things teriyaki, so this was a big hit. Be sure to grill the pineapple well.

Provided by dicentra

Categories     Poultry

Time 20m

Yield 8 patties

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 lbs ground turkey breast
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
2 garlic cloves (I used 2 t. garlic in jar)
2 green onions, chopped
1/2 cup hoisin sauce (found in international section)
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1 cored fresh pineapple, cut into rings

Steps:

  • Mix turkey with ginger, soy sauce, garlic and onions.
  • Form into patties and cook for 5 minutes on each side on grill.
  • As burgers cook, baste with hoisin mixed with sesame oil.
  • Grill pineapple rings alongside burgers.
  • Place burgers on buns and top with grilled pineapple rings and lettuce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.5, Fat 2.5, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 70.8, Sodium 465.4, Carbohydrate 15.5, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 10, Protein 29.1

HAWAIIAN BURGERS



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Grilled pineapple adds a special touch to these scrumptious burgers.

Provided by Ree Drummond

Categories     beef,fruit,grill,Main,vegetables

Time 25m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

½ cup mayonnaise
2 Tbsp teriyaki sauce
1 Tbsp honey
¼ tsp cayenne pepper
8 rings canned pineapple
1 large red bell pepper, cut into rings
1 ½ lb(s) ground beef
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Teriyaki sauce, as needed
4 slices provolone cheese
2 Tbsp butter
4 onion rolls, halved
½ red onion, thinly sliced
Green lettuce leaves, for topping

Steps:

  • Stir together the mayo, teriyaki sauce, honey and cayenne in a small bowl. Set aside.
  • Set a grill pan over medium-high heat (you can also use a skillet).
  • Grill the pineapple and bell pepper rings until they have great grill marks on both sides (or brown them in the hot skillet), about 5 minutes.
  • Season the ground beef and form it into 4 equal-size patties. Cook them over medium heat on the grill for 4 to 5 minutes on the first side, then flip them over and add a splash of teriyaki sauce on top of each one. Place a slice of cheese on each patty and let it melt while the burger cooks through, about 4 minutes longer.
  • Butter a griddle or separate skillet set over medium heat. Place the rolls cut-side down and cook until brown, about a minute.
  • Spoon a little bit of the sauce on both sides of the rolls and allow it to soak into the bread. Place the patties on the bottom buns and top each with 2 pineapple slices and some red onion slices, bell pepper rings and lettuce. Top with the top buns and smush it all together. Serve with extra sauce for dipping.

JO'S HAWAIIAN CHICKEN BURGERS



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I concocted this burger while craving a juicy burger with great flavor. Next time, I would like to mince the jalapenos and add them into the ground chicken patties...when the kids are not joining us for dinner.

Provided by Johanna Spletzer

Categories     Main Dish Recipes     Burger Recipes     Chicken

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon olive oil
⅓ cup diced red onion
2 teaspoons minced garlic
1 teaspoon minced fresh ginger
1 pound ground chicken
¾ cup panko bread crumbs
2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce
salt and ground black pepper to taste
4 pineapple rings
4 slices provolone cheese
4 hamburger buns, split
2 tablespoons light mayonnaise, or to taste
8 canned jalapeno pepper slices, or to taste

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add red onion, garlic, and ginger; saute until onion has softened and turned translucent, about 5 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Combine chicken, panko, teriyaki sauce, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add cooled onion and mix gently with your hands until fully incorporated. Create 4 burger patties.
  • Grill burgers on the preheated grill until cooked through, 5 to 6 minutes per side, adding provolone slices towards the end of the cooking time so they can melt. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center of the burgers should read at least 165 degrees F (74 degrees C). Grill pineapple slices alongside the burgers until warm, about 1 minute per side.
  • While the burgers are cooking, prepare hamburger buns with a light smear of mayonnaise. Place cooked burgers on buns and top with pineapple slices and jalapeno peppers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 523.7 calories, Carbohydrate 54.1 g, Cholesterol 91.3 mg, Fat 18.1 g, Fiber 3.1 g, Protein 39.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.1 g, Sodium 1823.5 mg, Sugar 13.8 g

HAWAIIAN GRILLED HAMBURGERS



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This has oriental flavoring and a pineapple slice, moist and juicy and the flavors are addictive. Now I use turkey burger. Enjoy!

Provided by Montana Heart Song

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 lbs ground beef or 2 lbs ground turkey
1 egg, beaten
1 tablespoon oil (if you use turkey burger)
1/4 cup brown sugar or 1/4 cup Splenda brown sugar blend
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1 1/2 teaspoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon pineapple juice
2 (12 ounce) cans pineapple slices in juice
1 cup mayonnaise
1 teaspoon celery seed
2 teaspoons pineapple juice
1 tablespoon ketchup
8 slices provolone cheese
8 romaine lettuce leaves
8 hamburger buns
1/2 cup margarine

Steps:

  • Open canned pineapple, drain juice and reserve amounts for recipe.
  • In large mixing bowl, add egg, (oil if using turkey burger only) brown sugar, ginger, soy sauce, 1 tblsp pineapple juice. Mix well. Set aside.
  • For dressing:.
  • In small bowl mix mayonnaise, celery seed, pineapple juice, ketchup.Taste. You may add a little more Ketchup by tsp if you prefer. Refrigerate.
  • Add ground meat to egg, brown sugar and spice mixture. Mix well. I use my fingers.
  • Form into 8 patties.
  • Put on the grill and cook about 6 minutes, then flip until done.
  • You may grill the pineapple rings on the grill for about 2 minutes.
  • Brush margarine on each side of buns.
  • Put on the grill the last two or three minutes to toast.
  • To Serve: Place one slice cheese on bun, then cooked pattie, add a spoonful of sauce on top, then romaine lettuce leaf, then one pineapple ring, top with other half of bun.
  • Serve with Taro chips, Hawaiian potato chips, pastachio nuts, and fresh coconut slices if you have. Dip the coconut slices in a mixture of vanilla and evaporated milk and Splenda before serving.
  • Note: I have not used fresh pineapple because there is intense natural acid. Some of the family cannot tolerate. You could substitute fresh pineapple, make sure you use some of the natural juice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 674.7, Fat 40.2, SaturatedFat 14.7, Cholesterol 119.7, Sodium 757.2, Carbohydrate 44.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 22.9, Protein 34.2

ALOHA BURGERS



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I love hamburgers and tropical fruit, so it just seemed natural for me to combine them. My family frequently requests this unique Hawaiian pineapple burger recipe. It's a nice change of pace! -Joi McKim-Jones, Waikoloa, Hawaii

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 30m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 can (8 ounces) sliced pineapple
3/4 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce
1 pound ground beef
1 large sweet onion, sliced
1 tablespoon butter
4 lettuce leaves
4 sesame seed or onion buns, split and toasted
4 slices Swiss cheese
4 bacon strips, cooked

Steps:

  • Drain pineapple juice into a small bowl; add teriyaki sauce. Place 3 tablespoons in a resealable plastic bag. Add pineapple slices; toss to coat and set aside. , Shape beef into four patties; place in an 8-in. square baking dish. Pour the remaining teriyaki sauce mixture over patties; marinate for 5-10 minutes, turning once. , Remove burger patties from marinade; discard marinade. Grill, covered, over medium heat or broil 4 in. from the heat for 6-9 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160° and juices run clear. Meanwhile, in a small skillet, saute onion in butter until tender, about 5 minutes; set aside. , Remove pineapple slices from marinade; discard marinade. Place pineapple on grill or under broiler to heat through. Layer bottom buns with lettuce and onion. Top with burgers, cheese, pineapple and bacon. Replace tops.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 calories, Fat 25g fat (11g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 716mg sodium, Carbohydrate 39g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 33g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, ripe pineapple, sweet Maui onions, and high-quality ground beef for the best results.
  • Slice the pineapple thinly: This will help it cook evenly and prevent it from becoming too mushy.
  • Cook the onions until they are caramelized: This will bring out their natural sweetness and add a delicious flavor to the burgers.
  • Season the beef patties generously: Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder for a classic flavor profile.
  • Cook the burgers over medium heat: This will help them cook evenly without burning the outside.
  • Top the burgers with your favorite toppings: Classic options include lettuce, tomato, bacon, and cheese, but you can also get creative with toppings like pineapple salsa, teriyaki sauce, or avocado.

Conclusion:

Whether you're a local Hawaiian or just a fan of delicious burgers, these mouthwatering Hawaii-inspired burgers are sure to satisfy your cravings. With their juicy beef patties, sweet pineapple, and caramelized onions, these burgers are a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and smoky flavors. So fire up the grill and get ready to enjoy a taste of paradise with these incredible Hawaii burgers.

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