Hot Hawaiian Burgers (Spam, Pineapple, Swiss, And Sriracha Mayo) Recipe

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   Divide meat into four even piles and shape into burger patties about 1/2-inch wider than English muffins. Season generously with salt and pepper and set aside.

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   Combine mayo and sriracha in a small bowl. Set aside.

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   When all the charcoal is lit and covered with gray ash, pour out and spread the coals evenly over half of coal grate. Alternatively, set half the burners of a gas grill to high heat. Set cooking grate in place, cover grill and allow to preheat for 5 minutes.

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   and

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   the grilling grate.

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   Place burgers directly over hot side of grill and cook, turning occasionally, until well charred and internal temperature registers 125 to 130u00b0F on an instant read thermometer for medium-rare, about 5 minutes total, or 135u00b0F to 140u00b0F for medium, about 6 minutes total. Top each burger patty with 1 slice cheese, then transfer to a large plate and tent with aluminum foil.

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   Place spam and pineapple slices on hot side of grill and cook, turning occasionally, until heated through and well charred. Place 1 slice cheese on top of each Spam patty. Transfer Spam and pineapple to cool side of grill.

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   Toast English muffins on grill. Place bottom buns on a cutting board. Top with a slice of pineapple. Add burger patty. Top with SPAM. Top with sriracha mayo, then close burger. Serve immediately.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.