Citrus Free Hawaiian Pineapple Burger
Tropical flavors and a seriously satisfying burger don't have to come with a side of citrus stress. These patties are seasoned with coconut aminos, fresh garlic, ginger, and a touch of turmeric, giving them a deeply savory, slightly earthy depth that holds up beautifully against the sweet caramelized pineapple on top. The avocado sauce — smooth, creamy, and brightened with apple cider vinegar and ginger — pulls everything together without a drop of lemon or lime juice in sight. Butter lettuce wraps stand in for buns, keeping things light and fresh while making the whole build naturally gluten-free as a bonus. The grilled pineapple rings get a quick brush of coconut aminos before hitting the pan, which coaxes out that golden, jammy edge that makes each bite feel almost indulgent. It's the kind of meal that looks impressive on the plate but comes together in one skillet with straightforward steps and no hard-to-find ingredients.
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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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