Polynesian Burgers

Pairs well with:

Chardonnay

Reach for our Chardonnay when you’re in the mood for a rich and creamy wine that delights with the fruity flair of pear, apple, and peach.

Ingredients

1 16-oz. can pineapple slices, undrained.
1/2 cup red bell pepper,diced
1 tsp fresh ginger root, diced
1 lb ground chuck
1/2 cup green onion slices
1/4 cup plain dry breadcrumbs
1/2 tsp salt
1/3 cup Sutter Home Chardonnay-divided
1/2 cup teriyaki sauce
6 whole-wheat hamburger buns

 

Instructions

Drain pineapple, reserving juice. Set aside. Combine 3 tbsp pineapple juice, bell pepper, ginger root, ground beef, green onion, breadcrumbs, salt, and 1/4 cup wine. Mix with hands and shape into patties. Spray a deep dish with cooking spray and pour a mixture of teriyaki sauce and leftover wine over the patties. Let marinate for at least 1/2 hour. Line grill with aluminum foil and grill until done, turning once. Place a pineapple on top of each patty and serve on toasted buns. No other condiment is necessary. Serves 6