Hawaiian Honey Burgers

Name: Hawaiian Honey Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings.
Ingredients: 1/2 cup honey; 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon curry powder; 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 2 pounds ground beef; 1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce; 1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple, drained; 8 hamburger buns, split and toasted; Lettuce leaves, optional

Meet the Cook: These burgers were a favorite when I was growing up. I now use them as a way to "fancy up" a barbecue without a lot of extra preparation. They keep me out of a hot kitchen yet let me serve a nice meal. Fresh fruit and corn on the cob are wonderful accompaniments. As the oldest of six children, I began cooking when I was very young. But I really started enjoying cooking 2 years ago when I married a very appreciative husband. He inspires me! -Sheryl Creech, Lancaster, California

Ingredients

1/2 cup honey
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon curry powder
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
2 pounds ground beef
1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1 can (20 ounces) sliced pineapple, drained
8 hamburger buns, split and toasted
Lettuce leaves, optional

Directions

In a large bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble beef over mixture and mix well. Shape into eight 3/4-in.-thick patties.
Grill, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 3 minutes on each side. Brush with soy sauce. Continue grilling for 4-6 minutes or until juices run clear, basting and turning several times.
During the last 4 minutes, grill the pineapple slices until browned, turning once. Serve burgers and pineapple on buns with lettuce if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 452 calories, 16g fat (6g saturated fat), 75mg cholesterol, 762mg sodium, 49g carbohydrate (28g sugars, 2g fiber), 27g protein.

Originally published as Hawaiian Honey Burgers in Country Woman July/August 1997

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krysfielder

Jun 26, 2017

I love these! The kids are weirded out by pineapple on a burger so they just ate theirs with cheese, but still liked the burger. They turned out moist and delicious.
darlyn29

Sep 13, 2016

Very good and juicy but I couldn't taste much honey, I will add more next time!
aug2295

Aug 6, 2016

Unreal how good these are!!! Didn't even need ketchup.
crystal24

Nov 22, 2014

Been making these for years, decided to rate them so others would know how amazing they are. I cook them on the George Forman grill, and they turn out great. Definitely not your average burger, these are full of flavor!
hamhock32

Sep 23, 2014

My family devoured these!
pessiyerez

Feb 19, 2013

Phenomenal!!! By far one of the best burger I have had in a very long time!!!
karen8666

Nov 2, 2012

Our family love these burgers.
senzascusa

Apr 18, 2011

So glad I found these! My recipe box is in another country and I missed this one! These a so different but just as hearty as any burger. can't wait to make 'em again!
psb083079

May 27, 2009

I am definitelt going to try these! Will let you know the results.
aemiller

May 3, 2009

I eliminated the paprika and the curry powder, and replaced the soy sauce with teriyaki sauce to fit my family's tastes. This was awesome. My family loved this recipe, we will definitely be making this again.