Hamburguesas hawaianas

Ingredientes

• 1 lb. ground beef
• 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce (see below)
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 2 cloves garlic (or 2 teaspoons minced garlic)
• 2 Medjool dates (pitted)
• 1 inch fresh ginger (or 1 teaspoon ginger paste)
• 1/4 cup coconut aminos (or low-sodium soy sauce)
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar (or distilled white vinegar)
• 8 pieces bacon
• 4 large lettuce leaves (or burger buns of choice)
• 1/2 medium red onion
• 4 fresh pineapple slices

Preparación

1. 1

   Cook 8 pieces bacon, wash 4 large lettuce leaves (if using), and cut ½ medium red onion into thick slices.

2. 2

   --- Make the Teriyaki Sauce ---

3. 3

   Mince 2 cloves garlic, 2 Medjool dates (pitted), and 1 inch fresh ginger. Add the minced ingredients to a small saucepan with ¼ cup coconut aminos and 2 tablespoons rice vinegar. Stir to combine, then bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.

4. 4

   Allow sauce to simmer for 8-10 minutes, or until reduced enough to coat the back of a spoon.

5. 5

   Optional step: Strain the sauce through cheesecloth or a fine mesh sieve, pressing the mixture gently to separate all the liquid from the solids.

6. 6

   --- Make the Patties ---

7. 7

   Mix the 1 lb. ground beef with the 2 tablespoons teriyaki sauce, ¼ teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and ¼ teaspoon garlic powder. Form into 4 patties.

8. 8

   Preheat your grill to medium heat. Set the burgers on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes per side for medium doneness.

9. 9

   --- Grill the Pineapple ---

10. 10

    Peel, core and cut 4 fresh pineapple slices about ½ inch thick. Lay them directly on a well oiled and hot grill for about 3 minutes per side, but turn them often to prevent too much charring.

11. 11

    --- Assemble ---

12. 12

    Assemble each lettuce wrap or bun with a slice of grilled pineapple, a teriyaki burger patty, bacon, red onion, and extra teriyaki sauce Enjoy!