Ingredients
For Sauce
- 1 large can of crushed pineapple
- 2 adobe peppers
- 5 teaspoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 3 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1/2 cup molasses
- 2 teaspoons vinegar
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
For burgers
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup bread crumbs
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1 Tablespoon garlic
- 2 Tablespoons chili powder
- 1 Tablespoon cumin
- 1 large egg
For Garnish
- 4 - 6 slices of cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup cheddar cheese
- 1/8 cup breadcrumbs
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- sprinkle of salt and pepper
- scallions optional
- sliced pineapple slices
Instructions
For Sauce
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Mix until smooth.
- Pour content into medium pot.
- On low heat, cook for a minimum of 1/2 hour or until sauce thickens. You may cook it for several hours if desired.
- Stir occasionally.
For burgers
- In a medium bowl, combine all the burger ingredients.
- Mix until well combined.
- Form into 4 to 6 patties depending on the desired size.
- Heat a large skillet, cast iron, or grille to medium high heat.
- Cook each side for 3 - 6 minutes. The longer each side cooks, the better done the burger will be.
- Melt sliced cheese over burgers.
- Remove from heat.
For garnish
- Preheat oven to 400.
- In a small bowl, combine the cheese, bread crumbs, garlic powder, salt and pepper.
- Spray a cookie sheet with non-stick spray or use a non-stick pan.
- Place about 1/4 cup of the cheese mixture and flatten out.
- Cook for about 2-4 minutes or until it starts to turn brown.
To assemble the burger
- Place burger on bun.
- Place pineapple slice on top of burger.
- Spoon or pour barbecue sauce over top.
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