Jerk Burgers with Grilled Pineapple and Honey Jerk Sauce

Ingredients

For the Burger Patties

• 1½ lb medium ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 2 tbsp jerk marinade (homemade or store-bought)
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 stalks green onion, finely sliced
• 1 tsp dried thyme
• 1 tsp salt, adjust to taste
• ¼ tsp black pepper, adjust to taste

For the Pineapple Slices

• 4 fresh pineapple rings (about ½-inch thick)
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• melted butter

For the Toppings / To Serve

• 4 brioche buns (or regular hamburger buns)
• Spring mix
• 1 large tomato, sliced
• 1 medium red onion, sliced

Honey Jerk Sauce

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 1-2 tbsp jerk marinade
• 2 tbsp honey

Directions

1. In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, jerk marinade, and honey until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground beef, jerk marinade, garlic, green onion, thyme, salt, and pepper. Mix gently until just combined — don’t overwork the meat. Divide mixture into 4 equal portions and shape into patties about ¾ inch thick.
3. Gently toss pineapple rings in a bowl with melted butter, brown sugar and cinnamon mixture, then grill over medium-high heat on a lightly oiled frill pan until caramelized and lightly charred.
4. Cook burgers 4–5 minutes per side, or until internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). If pan-frying, cook in a lightly oiled skillet for the same time, flipping once.
5. Spread Honey Jerk Sauce on both sides of the brioche bun. Layer with burger patty, cheese slice, tomato, red onion and lettuce. Top with more sauce if desired and enjoy!