These Pork Burgers will make you forget all about the beef patty! They bring smoky, savory goodness and a flavorful tang. They are made with ground pork infused with the rich flavors of barbecue sauce and spices. This burger is a juicy, flavorful alternative to the classic version.
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This post is sponsored by Ohio Pork Council. All opinions are my own.
Why this Pork Burgers Recipe is a Keeper
Ground pork offers a unique texture and taste to your burger patty. It’s naturally tender and holds its shape well on the grill. Plus, the tangy, smoky, barbecue sauce and crunchy slaw takes the burger to the next level.
- 30 Minute Meal: Make these juicy pork burgers in less than 30 minutes.
- Easy Ingredients: These tasty patties take only a few simple ingredients.
- Family Friendly: These pork patties are a family favorite because they have so much flavor.
- Adaptable: Can make it with so many different varieties of barbecue sauce and seasoning to make the perfect burger.
If you’re looking for more pork recipes, try these Pork Chops with Mushroom Gravy, Pork Piccata and Creamy Pan Seared Pork Chops.
What’s the difference between a pork burger and a sausage patty burger?
Ground pork burgers are made with plain ground pork, seasoned with spices and herbs. Sausage patty burgers are made with ground sausage, which already includes seasonings like fennel, sage, and nutmeg. Sausage patties will have a more pronounced flavor compared to plain ground pork.
Ingredient Notes for Ground Pork Burgers
- Ground Pork: You will need one pound of ground pork to make burgers.
- Burger Seasoning Blend: This recipe has all the perfect seasonings for the best burger including garlic powder, onion powder etc.
See the recipe card below for a complete list of the ingredients with measurements.
Why We Love Pork
More than 3,500 family farms in Ohio raise enough pork to feed about 25 million people. So when you buy pork at he grocery store or the farmer’s market, you are supporting Ohio farm families that produce pork.
The recipe uses ground pork. I love using ground pork because it’s affordable and really takes on the flavors you’re cooking with. Plus, it’s 70% lean and is packed with protein.
Variations and Substitutions for the Ground Pork Burger
It takes only a few ingredients to mix the burger recipe together. But there are different things that you can do to make these burgers differently.
- Ground Meat: Mix a little ground sausage in with the lean ground pork for a unique flavor for your pork burger patties. Or make this recipe with ground chicken or ground turkey for amazing turkey burgers or chicken burgers.
- Air Fry: No grill? You can make the juicy and delicious ground pork burger in the air fryer or make on the stove with a grill pan or skillet.
- Favorite Burger Toppings: You can add crispy fried onions, or pickled jalapenos or your favorite toppings for a flavorful burger.
Special Equipment Needed for the Ground Pork Burger
- Burger Maker: Get uniform sized burgers every single time with this tool.
- Grill: Cook burgers on a gas grill, charcoal grill, cast iron griddle, cast iron skillet, grill pan, flat top.
- Meat Thermometer: Make sure and have a meat thermometer handy. Pork cuts like tenderloin and chops should always be cooked to an internal temperature of 145°F no matter what cooking technique you use! They’re safe to eat with a blush of pink. Ground pork should be cooked to 160°F.
Delicious Pork Patty Pro Tip
Just like a beef patty, overworking your ground pork mixture can lead to a tough burger. Mix gently to combine the ingredients.
How to Make Ground Pork Burgers
These burgers are rich and savory with the addition of the barbecue sauce and crunchy cole slaw. And ground pork is typically less expensive than ground beef, so this recipe is a real winner.
These are the basic steps to grill burgers. Refer to the full, printable recipe card below for detailed instructions. I’d love to hear if you try this recipe, please leave your comments below.
1. Mix the Ground Pork Patties for this Classic Burger
First, preheat grill to medium high. Add the garlic and onion to a food process and pulse until very finely chopped. Then add the pork, garlic and onion, Worcestershire sauce and Burger Seasoning to a large bowl and mix with your hands until just combined.
2. Make Pork Burgers
Divide the pork mixture into 4 portions and form into large burgers. Make an indentation in the center of each patty to prevent the burgers from puffing up.
3. Grill the Delicious Pork Burgers
Next, cook pork burgers for 5-6 minutes on each side. Flip and continue to cook on the second side for 5-6 minutes longer or until the internal temperature of 160 degrees F on a meat thermometer.
4. Toppings for Pork Burgers
Finally, serve on brioche buns and top with bbq sauce and coleslaw.
Ground Pork Burger Recipe FAQs
Yes, there are several cheeses that enhance your juicy ground pork burgers. Try cheddar, American or even a spicy cheddar jack cheese.
Store the leftover burgers in the fridge in an airtight container. Reheat over medium heat on the grill or stovetop for another easy meal.
Yes, you can! The meat benefit from a good sear on the outside to lock in juices. Ground pork instead of ground beef can dry out quicker so watch the temperature on an instant-read meat thermometer when you cook the burgers.
Ground Pork is typically available in the meat section of most grocery stores. You can also ask your butcher to grind pork shoulder specifically for raw pork for burgers.
Expert Tips for Making this Burger Recipe
If you want a change from the typical ground beef burgers, then you have to try the perfect pork burgers recipe. Here are a few tips and suggestions to make great burgers better.
- Pulled Pork Perfection: Use leftover pork to make the burger that’s truly decadent burger experience.
- Bacon Bliss: Crumble some crispy bacon on top of your sandwich for a salty, smoky explosion.
- Pineapple Power: Add a slice of grilled pineapple for a sweet and tangy counterpoint to the savory flavors.
- Buns Matter: A sturdy bun is essential to hold all the goodness of your BBQ pork burger. Toasted brioche buns or potato buns are great options for these easy pork burgers.
- Fresh Herbs: you can enhance the flavor of these pork patties by adding some herbs such as parsley or cilantro to this delicious pork recipe.
- Egg: To bind the burger together and add moisture inside the burger try adding a egg and some bread crumbs.
What to Serve with Easy Burgers
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Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground pork
- ¼ cup Onion, chopped
- 1 clove Garlic, chopped
- ¼ cup Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tablespoon Burger Seasoning Blend, recipe on IAK
- 4 Brioche Buns
- BBQ Sauce
- 1 ½ cups Coleslaw, premade
Instructions
- Add the garlic and onion to a food process and pulse until very finely chopped.
- Add the pork, garlic and onion, Worcestershire sauce and Burger Seasoning to a bowl and mix with your hands until just combined.
- Divide the pork mixture into 4 portions and form into patties. Make an indentation in the center of each patty to prevent the burgers from puffing up.
- Preheat grill to medium high.
- Grill burgers for 5-6 minutes on the first side.
- Flip and grill on the second side for 5-6 minutes longer or until the internal temperature reaches 160 degrees F on a meat thermometer.
- Serve on brioche buns and top with bbq sauce and coleslaw.
Christina’s Notes
- Pulled Pork Perfection: Use leftover pulled pork to make the pork burger truly decadent burger experience.
- Bacon Bliss: Crumble some crispy bacon on top of your sandwich for a salty, smoky explosion.
- Pineapple Power: Add a slice of grilled pineapple for a sweet and tangy counterpoint to the savory flavors.
- Buns Matter: A sturdy bun is essential to hold all the goodness of your BBQ pork burger. Toasted brioche buns or potato buns are great options for these easy pork burgers.
- Fresh Herbs: you can enhance the flavor of these pork patties by adding some herbs such as parsley or cilantro to this delicious pork recipe.
- Scale the recipe: Simply adjust the serving size in the recipe card and the ingredients will update automatically.
- Make your own All Purpose Seasoning: When a recipe calls for All Purpose Seasoning, you can use my homemade All Purpose Seasoning recipe or substitute salt and pepper to taste.
- Meat doneness: I always use a meat thermometer to test for doneness when cooking meat.
- Use unsalted butter: I use unsalted butter so I can control the salt level in the recipe.
- Preheat the oven: Unless otherwise noted, always preheat your oven before baking.
For more helpful information about this recipe, such as variations, substitutions and other pro-tips, check out the blog post.