Brazil Nut Free Hawaiian Pineapple Burger
Sweet, caramelized pineapple on top of a juicy, spiced beef patty is one of those combinations that just makes sense the moment you taste it. The patties get a serious flavor boost from coconut aminos, fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of turmeric, giving every bite a warm, savory depth that goes way beyond a standard backyard burger. Grilling the pineapple rings in a hot skillet until they're golden at the edges brings out their natural sweetness and adds a slight char that balances the richness of the beef perfectly. Instead of a bun, crisp butter lettuce leaves do the wrapping, keeping things light and fresh while still holding everything together. The creamy avocado sauce — blended with ginger, apple cider vinegar, and coconut aminos — ties all the components together with a cool, tangy finish. Every ingredient here is straightforward and naturally free from tree nut concerns, so there's no label-reading stress, just good food. This one is weeknight-easy but impressive enough to serve at a summer cookout without any apologies.
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4 servings
For the patties
- 1 ½ lb ground beef (80/20)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp turmeric
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp coconut oil
For the grilled pineapple
- 4 rings fresh pineapple, about ½ inch thick
- 1 tsp coconut oil
- 1 tbsp coconut aminos
For the avocado sauce
- 2 ripe avocados, pitted and peeled
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ¼ tsp salt
For serving
- 8 large butter lettuce leaves
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make the avocado sauce: mash the avocados in a small bowl until smooth, then stir in the coconut aminos, apple cider vinegar, ginger, and salt until fully combined. Set aside.
- 2
Combine the ground beef, coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, turmeric, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix gently until just combined, then divide into 4 equal portions and shape each into a patty about 3/4 inch thick. Press a shallow indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent doming during cooking.
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