Hawaiian Tuna Burgers With Maui Wowee Salsa Recipe

Award-winning (Grand Prize Winner, 2000 Build a Better Burger Contest!) Hawaiian Tuna Burgers recipe. These juicy, flavorful patties are topped with a vibrant Maui Wowee Salsa for a taste of paradise! Perfect for a summer BBQ or a fun weeknight meal.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 53 mins
Calories 485 kcal
Protein 93g
Rating 4.5 (2 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Hawaiian Tuna Burgers With Maui Wowee Salsa

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How to Make Hawaiian Tuna Burgers With Maui Wowee Salsa

  1. Prepare the Maui Wowee Salsa: In a medium bowl, combine the mango, red onion, cilantro, jalapeños, lime juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Stir gently to combine. Set aside.
  2. Prepare the Tuna Patties: In a large bowl, combine the tuna, panko, egg, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, honey, sesame oil, salt, pepper, and cayenne (if using). Gently mix until just combined. Do not overmix.
  3. Form the Patties: Divide the tuna mixture into 6 equal portions. Gently form each portion into a patty about 3/4 inch thick.
  4. Prepare the Grill: Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. If using a charcoal grill, allow the coals to form a medium-hot fire with a good bed of ash.
  5. Grill the Patties: Lightly brush the grill grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking. Place the patties on the hot grill. Cover the grill and cook for 4 minutes per side, or until the tuna is opaque throughout.
  6. Toast the Buns: During the last few minutes of grilling, place the hamburger buns, cut-side down, on the outer edges of the grill to lightly toast them.
  7. Assemble the Burgers: Brush the cut sides of the toasted buns with teriyaki sauce. Place a tuna patty on each bottom bun. Top with a generous portion of the Maui Wowee Salsa and the top bun.
  8. Serve immediately and enjoy your award-winning Hawaiian Tuna Burgers!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

92 g

Sugar

60g

Fat

11g

Carbs

15g

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