Hamburguesas Teriyaki de Piña

Ingredientes

• 1 1/2 pounds ground beef (20 percent fat)
• 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground fresh black pepper
• 1/2 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon teriyaki sauce (or your favorite store-bought brand)
• Vegetable oil ( for the grill grates only)
• 4 brioche burger buns
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 4 fresh pineapple slices (or canned)
• 4 slices red onions (cut into rings)
• 4 tomato slices
• Lettuce
• Teriyaki sauce for brushing (to taste)

Preparación

1. 1

   Preheat your grill to medium high. Make sure the grill grates are clean.

2. 2

   In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt, pepper, Worcestershire sauce, and 1 tablespoon of teriyaki sauce. Using your hands, mix until just combined. Do not overmix.

3. 3

   Divide the meat into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about ½-inch thick, slightly wider than the buns since they will shrink a little when cooked. Press a shallow indentation in the center of each patty and smooth the edges if needed. This prevents them from puffing up as they cook.

4. 4

   Optional: Season the exterior of the patties with a little bit more salt and pepper for extra flavor.

5. 5

   Lightly brush the grill grates with oil. Cook the burgers until done to your liking. For medium-well, grill for about 5 minutes per side. Top with cheese slices during the last minute of cooking until melted.

6. 6

   At the same time, grill the pineapple and onions. Highly recommended for a smoky, charred flavor!

7. 7

   Assemble the burgers with the buns and toppings. Brush with more teriyaki sauce to taste. Enjoy!