Description
This Teriyaki Beef Burger recipe combines juicy ground beef patties glazed with sweet and savory teriyaki sauce, grilled to perfection and served with fresh lettuce, tomato, and red onion on toasted buns. A delicious fusion of classic burger flavors with a dynamic Asian-inspired twist, perfect for a quick and satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Beef Patties
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce (plus extra for glazing)
- 1/2 cup diced onion
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Burger Assembly
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Thinly sliced red onion
- Optional: sliced pineapple
- Optional: mayonnaise
- Optional: cheese slices
Instructions
- Prepare the beef mixture: In a bowl, combine ground beef, diced onion, minced garlic, 1/4 cup teriyaki sauce, salt, and pepper. Mix gently to evenly distribute ingredients without overworking the meat.
- Form the patties: Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick, ensuring uniform size for even cooking.
- Preheat grill or skillet: Heat your grill or a heavy skillet over medium-high heat until hot, creating the ideal cooking surface for burgers.
- Cook the patties: Place patties on the grill or skillet and cook for 4-5 minutes per side. During the last few minutes of cooking, brush extra teriyaki sauce on each side to create a flavorful glaze and enhance caramelization.
- Toast the buns: While the patties finish cooking, toast the burger buns on the grill or skillet until lightly browned and crisp.
- Assemble the burgers: Layer each toasted bun bottom with lettuce, a teriyaki-glazed patty, tomato slices, red onion, and if desired, pineapple, mayonnaise, or cheese for extra flavor and texture.
- Serve: Place the top bun on each burger and serve immediately to enjoy the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and fresh flavors.
Notes
- For juicier burgers, handle the meat mixture gently and avoid compressing the patties too much.
- Adding sliced pineapple introduces a sweet, tangy contrast complementing the teriyaki glaze.
- Cheese varieties like cheddar, Swiss, or provolone work well if using cheese.
- Make sure the grill or pan is properly heated to achieve a nice sear on the patties.
- Adjust salt carefully since teriyaki sauce already contains sodium.
