Get ready to spice up your burger game with these mouthwatering Jamaican Burgers. This recipe takes the classic American burger and gives it a Caribbean twist with jerk seasoning and pineapple salsa. The juicy patties are infused with the flavors of Jamaica, bringing a burst of heat and sweetness to every bite. These burgers are perfect for grilling season or any time you want to take your taste buds on a tropical vacation. Serve them with some crispy sweet potato fries for a complete meal that will transport you straight to the sunny beaches of Jamaica.
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds ground beef
- 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 pineapple rings
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices pepper jack cheese
- Lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Red onion slices
- Mayonnaise
- Hot sauce (optional)
Directions
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef, jerk seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to evenly distribute the spices.
- Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
- Preheat your grill or a grill pan over medium heat. Cook the burger patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- While the patties are cooking, grill the pineapple rings until they are slightly caramelized, about 2 minutes per side.
- Toast the burger buns on the grill for a minute, until slightly crispy.
- Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on the bottom half of each bun. Top with a slice of pepper jack cheese, lettuce leaves, tomato slices, red onion slices, and a grilled pineapple ring.
- Spread mayonnaise on the top half of the bun and optionally add some hot sauce for an extra kick.
- Serve the Jamaican burgers with a side of sweet potato fries or your favorite side dish.
- Enjoy your flavorful Jamaican burgers with the perfect combination of spices and sweetness!
