Hawaiian Volcano Burger Recipe
The “Hawaiian Volcano Burger” is a tropical and spicy burger inspired by the flavors of Hawaii. This burger combines elements of sweet and spicy with ingredients like pineapple, jalapeños, and a special volcano sauce.
Here’s how to make this delicious burger:
Ingredients:
For the Burger Patties:
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
For the Volcano Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon sriracha sauce (adjust to your spice preference)
- 1 teaspoon soy sauce
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
For Assembling:
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 pineapple rings (fresh or canned)
- Sliced jalapeños (fresh or pickled)
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced red onion
- Sliced tomato
Instructions:
Prepare the Volcano Sauce:
- In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise, ketchup, sriracha sauce, soy sauce, honey, and garlic powder.
- Mix until all the ingredients are well incorporated. Taste and adjust the sriracha sauce for more or less heat, depending on your preference.
Shape the Burger Patties:
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and shape them into burger patties.
- Season both sides of the patties with salt and black pepper.
Cook the Burger Patties:
- Preheat your grill or stovetop skillet over medium-high heat.
- Grill or cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
Grill the Pineapple Rings:
While the patties are cooking, you can grill the pineapple rings for about 1-2 minutes per side, or until they develop grill marks and caramelize slightly.
Assemble the Hawaiian Volcano Burger:
- Slice the hamburger buns in half and lightly toast them on the grill or in a toaster until lightly browned.
- Spread a generous amount of the volcano sauce on the bottom bun.
- Place a lettuce leaf on top of the sauce.
- Add a cooked burger patty to the bun.
- Layer a grilled pineapple ring, sliced jalapeños, red onion, and tomato on top of the patty.
- Drizzle extra volcano sauce over the toppings.
- Finish with the top bun.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve your Hawaiian Volcano Burgers immediately while they are hot and loaded with sweet, spicy, and tropical flavors.
These burgers are perfect for those who enjoy a little heat and the sweetness of grilled pineapple.
Customize your toppings to suit your taste, and savor the unique combination of flavors in your Hawaiian Volcano Burger!