These are really flavorful. A hit with us.
Grilled Asian Burgers with Onion and Pineapple
POINTS: 4
INSTRUCTIONS
1 pound(s) uncooked lean ground beef (with 7% fat)
1/4 cup(s) scallion(s), sliced
3 tbsp teriyaki sauce
1 tbsp ginger root, freshly grated
2 tsp minced garlic
4 slice(s) pineapple, four 1/2-inch-thick rings
1/2 medium vidalia onion(s), cut into four 1/4-inch-thick rounds
4 spray(s) cooking spray
1/4 cup(s) cilantro, fresh, chopped
Preheat grill or grill pan to medium-high.
In a medium bowl, combine beef, scallions, teriyaki sauce, ginger and garlic until thoroughly mixed; form into four 3/4-inch-thick patties.
Off heat, lightly coat burgers, pineapple and onion with cooking spray; place on grill. (Never spray cooking spray onto an open flame.)
Grill pineapple, turning once, until lightly charred, about 4 minutes; remove from grill and cover to keep warm. Grill burgers and onions, turning once, until burgers are desired degree of doneness and onions are lightly charred and tender, about 7 to 9 minutes.
To serve, place 1 burger on each of 4 plates. Top each with 1 slice of onion (separated into rings) and 1 slice of pineapple; sprinkle each with 1 tablespoon of cilantro. Yields 1 burger per serving.