Jerk Burgers

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with these bold and flavorful Jerk Burgers—a tropical twist on a classic! Combining a juicy blend of ground beef and pork, these patties are infused with aromatic jerk seasoning, garlic, scallions, and a hint of soy sauce and brown sugar for the perfect balance of spice and sweetness. Grilled pineapple slices take center stage, adding a caramelized burst of sunshine to every bite, while a zesty lime-infused mayo completes the flavor symphony. Perfectly nestled on toasted burger buns with crisp lettuce, these burgers are easy to prepare in just 30 minutes and pair wonderfully with sweet potato fries or a fresh green salad. Bring a taste of the tropics to your table with this enticing Jamaican-inspired burger recipe!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend for best juiciness)
• 0.5 pound ground pork
• 2 tablespoons jerk seasoning blend
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 scallions, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon brown sugar
• 0.25 cup breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 hamburger buns
• 4 pineapple slices
• 4 lettuce leaves
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon lime juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, jerk seasoning blend, minced garlic, chopped scallions, soy sauce, brown sugar, and breadcrumbs. Mix thoroughly until the ingredients are evenly combined.

Step 2

Form the mixture into 4 equal patties, ensuring they are slightly larger than your burger buns (they will shrink slightly during cooking).

Step 3

Heat a large skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat and add the vegetable oil. Once hot, add the burger patties and cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).

Step 4

While the patties cook, lightly grill the pineapple slices on the same skillet or grill pan for about 1 minute per side, until caramelized marks appear.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise and lime juice to create a tangy mayo spread.

Step 6

To assemble the burgers, spread the lime mayo on the bottom half of each burger bun. Top with a lettuce leaf, a jerk burger patty, a grilled pineapple slice, and then the top bun.

Step 7

Serve immediately with your favorite sides, such as sweet potato fries or a fresh green salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1524.2 grams (1524.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3217

Total Fat 227.30g	291%
Saturated Fat 69.60g	348%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.80g
Cholesterol 584mg	195%
Sodium 2765mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 155.60g	57%
Dietary Fiber 66.10g	236%
Total Sugars 46.50g
Protein 200.30g	401%

Vitamin D 28IU	141%
Calcium 320mg	25%
Iron 19mg	103%
Potassium 1860mg	40%

*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: 59.0%

Protein: 23.1%

Carbs: 17.9%