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Flavorful Grilled Pineapple Jalapeño Smash Burger with Chipotle Aioli

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A quick and easy smash burger recipe featuring juicy beef patties, grilled pineapple, spicy jalapeños, and smoky chipotle aioli, perfect for summer cookouts and crowd-pleasing meals.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef (80/20 blend)
  • 4 fresh pineapple rings
  • 1–2 jalapeño peppers, thinly sliced
  • Salt and black pepper, to taste
  • ¼ cup (60 ml) chipotle mayo
  • 4 cheddar cheese slices (optional)
  • 4 burger buns (brioche or potato recommended)
  • 1 tbsp (15 g) butter, softened
  • 1 tbsp (15 ml) olive oil

Instructions

  1. Preheat your grill or grill pan to medium-high heat, about 400°F (204°C).
  2. Gently shape the ground beef into 4 equal-sized balls (about 4 oz/115 g each). Season each ball lightly with salt and pepper.
  3. Brush pineapple rings and jalapeño slices with olive oil.
  4. Grill pineapple rings for 2-3 minutes per side until grill marks appear and pineapple softens slightly. Grill jalapeños for 1-2 minutes per side. Remove and set aside.
  5. Place one meat ball on the hot grill and firmly press down with a spatula to flatten into a thin patty about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick. Hold for 10 seconds to form a crust. Repeat with remaining balls, cooking 2-3 patties at a time.
  6. Cook patties for 2-3 minutes per side. Flip once edges crisp and juices pool on top. Add a slice of cheddar cheese after flipping to melt.
  7. Butter the insides of the buns lightly and toast them face down on the grill for 1-2 minutes until golden and slightly crispy.
  8. Assemble the burgers by spreading chipotle aioli on both bun halves, adding the cheesy burger patty, then topping with grilled pineapple and jalapeños. Finish with the top bun.
  9. Serve immediately while hot.

Notes

Smash burgers quickly to get a crispy crust but avoid pressing repeatedly to keep juices inside. If flare-ups occur on the grill, move patties to cooler spots. Grill pineapple and jalapeños with olive oil to prevent sticking and encourage caramelization. Make chipotle aioli a day ahead for best flavor. Toast buns carefully to avoid burning.

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Keywords: smash burger, grilled pineapple, jalapeño, chipotle aioli, quick burger recipe, summer cookout, spicy burger, smoky aioli

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