Description
Deliciously grilled pineapple and crispy bacon elevate this burger to new heights!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 4 slices of bacon
- 4 thick slices of fresh pineapple
- 4 slices of cheese (Swiss or cheddar)
- 4 burger buns
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- 1 red onion, sliced
- Mayonnaise
- Barbecue sauce
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Bacon: Cook the bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy. Remove and place on paper towels to drain excess fat.
- Prepare the Pineapple: Heat a grill or grill pan to medium-high heat. Grill the pineapple slices for 2-3 minutes on each side until grill marks appear. Set aside.
- Make the Burger Patties: Shape the ground beef into four equal patties. Season with salt and pepper. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to ensure even cooking.
- Grill the Patties: Grill the patties for about 3-4 minutes on each side for medium doneness. In the last minute of grilling, place a slice of cheese on each patty and allow it to melt.
- Assemble the Burger: Toast the burger buns on the grill for a minute, if desired. Spread mayonnaise on the bottom bun. Place lettuce and a slice of tomato over the mayo. Add the cheese-topped burger patty, a grilled pineapple slice, and two slices of bacon. Top with some red onion slices. Drizzle with barbecue sauce. Place the top bun over everything.
Notes
- For added flavor, marinate the pineapple slices in a mix of honey and lime juice before grilling.
- Experiment with different cheeses such as Gouda or pepper jack for a unique taste.
- Use high-quality beef for juicier and more flavorful patties.
- Allow the patties to rest for a couple of minutes after grilling for juicier burgers.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger