Tuna Burgers with Pineapple Glaze Recipe

Name: Tuna Burgers with Pineapple Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup pineapple juice; 1/2 cup white wine vinegar; 1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons soy sauce; 3 tablespoons light brown sugar, firmly packed; 6 tablespoons ketchup, prepared or homemade; 3 tablespoons lime juice; 1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper; 1 1/2 pounds fresh tuna steaks, ground; Salt and freshly ground pepper; 4 rolls

Servings: persons

1 cup pineapple juice
1/2 cup white wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
3 tablespoons light brown sugar, firmly packed
6 tablespoons ketchup, prepared or homemade
3 tablespoons lime juice
1 teaspoon freshly ground white pepper
1 1/2 pounds fresh tuna steaks, ground
Salt and freshly ground pepper
4 rolls

1
To prepare the glaze:
2
Combine the pineapple juice, vinegar, ginger, soy sauce and brown sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil.
3
Reduce the heat to low and simmer until the volume is reduced by half, about 30 minutes.
4
Add the ketchup and cook an additional 5 minutes.
5
Remove from the heat and add the lime juice, and white pepper.
6
To prepare the burgers:
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Shape the ground tuna firmly into 4 round uniform patties about 1 1/2inches thick.
8
Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.
9
(The burgers must be very cold to hold their shape when cooking) Brush both sides of the burgers lightly with the pineapple glaze and season with salt and pepper to taste.
10
Heat a large cast iron skillet over medium high heat until just smoking.
11
Cook the burgers, basting often with the glaze until cooked to desired doneness

573

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup pineapple juice, 1/2 cup white wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon ginger, finely chopped, 3 tablespoons soy sauce, and more.

Yes, Tuna Burgers with Pineapple Glaze falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tuna Burgers with Pineapple Glaze

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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