Hawaiian Tuna Burgers With Maui Wowee Salsa Recipe

Name: Hawaiian Tuna Burgers With Maui Wowee Salsa
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: Maui Wowee Salsa; 2 cups chopped maui onions; 1/2 cup minced green onion; 1/4 cup pickled ginger, chopped; 1/4 cup cilantro, chopped; 2 tablespoons sesame oil; 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce; 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice; Patties; 2 lbs boneless skinless yellowfin tuna fillets, finely chopped; 1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs; 1 egg, beaten; 1/4 cup Dijon mustard; 2 tablespoons minced garlic; 2 tablespoons honey; 1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; Other Ingredients; vegetable oil; 6 hamburger buns with sesame seeds, split; 1/2 cup bottled teriyaki sauce

Servings: persons

Maui Wowee Salsa
2 cups chopped maui onions
1/2 cup minced green onion
1/4 cup pickled ginger, chopped
1/4 cup cilantro, chopped
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Patties
2 lbs boneless skinless yellowfin tuna fillets, finely chopped
1/2 cup panko breadcrumbs
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons honey
1 1/2 tablespoons sesame oil
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Other Ingredients
vegetable oil
6 hamburger buns with sesame seeds, split
1/2 cup bottled teriyaki sauce

1
Prepare a medium-hot fire in a charcoal grill with a cover; or preheat a gas grill to medium-high.
2
Make the salsa: combine all the ingredients in a bowl; stir to mix; set aside to let flavors blend.
3
Make the patties: In a bowl, combine the tuna, panko, egg, mustard, garlic, honey, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and cayenne; mix well.
4
Divide mixture into 6 portions; form the portions into patties to fit the buns.
5
When the grill is ready, brush grill rack with vegetable oil.
6
Place the patties on the rack, cover, and cook, turning once, just until opaque throughout, about 4 minutes on each side.
7
During the last few minutes of cooking, place the buns, cut side down, on the outer edges of the rack to toast lightly.
8
Assemble the burgers: brush the cut sides of the buns with teriyaki sauce.
9
On each bun bottom, place a patty and an equal portion of the salsa; add bun tops and serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 23 ingredients. The key ingredients include: Maui Wowee Salsa, 2 cups chopped maui onions, 1/2 cup minced green onion, 1/4 cup pickled ginger, chopped, and more.

Yes, Hawaiian Tuna Burgers With Maui Wowee Salsa falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hawaiian Tuna Burgers With Maui Wowee Salsa

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