Teriyaki Burgers with Water Chestnuts

Take your burger night to the next level with these irresistible Teriyaki Burgers with Water Chestnuts—a tantalizing fusion of sweet, savory, and crunchy perfection! Featuring juicy ground beef patties infused with finely chopped water chestnuts for a delightful crunch, these burgers are brought to life with the bold flavors of teriyaki sauce, minced garlic, and ground ginger. Each bite is elevated by a caramelized grilled pineapple ring and a creamy green onion-infused mayonnaise spread, all layered on a perfectly toasted bun. Easy to prepare in just 30 minutes, these Asian-inspired burgers are perfect for grilling season or a weeknight dinner. Garnish with sesame seeds for an extra touch of flair, and serve alongside fries or a crisp salad for a memorable meal that’s sure to impress. Perfect keywords: "Teriyaki Burgers recipe," "Asian fusion burgers," "quick dinner ideas," "grilled pineapple burgers."

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb Ground beef (80% lean)
• 1 cup Canned water chestnuts, drained and finely chopped
• 0.25 cup Teriyaki sauce
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 0.5 tsp Ground ginger
• 1 Egg
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 4 Burger buns
• 4 Lettuce leaves
• 4 Sliced pineapple rings
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 2 Green onions, finely chopped
• 1 tbsp Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, finely chopped water chestnuts, teriyaki sauce, panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, ground ginger, egg, salt, and black pepper. Mix lightly until just combined, being careful not to overmix.

Step 2

Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape into burger patties about 1/2 inch thick. Use your thumb to create a small indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.

Step 3

Preheat a grill or a stovetop skillet over medium heat. Lightly oil the grill grates or skillet to prevent sticking.

Step 4

Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C) for medium-well. During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of pineapple on the grill to caramelize lightly, flipping once.

Step 5

While the burgers cook, prepare the mayonnaise spread by mixing mayonnaise with finely chopped green onions in a small bowl. Set aside.

Step 6

Toast the burger buns on the grill or stovetop until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 7

Assemble the burgers by spreading the green onion mayonnaise onto the bottom bun. Add a lettuce leaf, the cooked burger patty, a grilled pineapple ring, and top bun. Sprinkle with sesame seeds, if desired.

Step 8

Serve immediately with your favorite sides such as fries or a fresh salad. Enjoy the sweet and savory goodness!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1516.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2651.1

Total Fat 152.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 42.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.7g
Cholesterol 567.9mg	0%
Sodium 3770.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 208.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.2g	0%
Total Sugars 63.8g
Protein 108.6g	0%

Vitamin D 76.1IU	0%
Calcium 469.7mg	0%
Iron 19.9mg	0%
Potassium 3451.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 52.0%

Protein: 16.4%

Carbs: 31.6%