These are the best ground pork burgers! They are so easy to make with just 6 ingredients and these healthy burgers are a fun alternative to beef burgers. These juicy burgers only take a few minutes to cook so they are perfect for a quick meal.
It's grilling season which means it's time for delicious food like grilled salt and pepper chicken wings, healthy potato salad, and of course, burgers! I can't wait for you to try the burger recipe I am sharing today. It is one of my all time favourites!
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Why you will love this recipe:
- These ground pork burgers are thick and juicy and full of flavour just like my popular gluten free beef burgers.
- They are quick and easy to make and only require a few simple ingredients to make them!
- These homemade burgers are naturally gluten-free, dairy free, healthy, paleo, low carb and keto. They are also egg-free and you don't need any binders like bread crumbs, oats or crackers to make these ground pork burgers.
- Ground pork is usually less expensive than ground beef or ground turkey so this recipe is a great way to save money on groceries.
- You can make these burgers on the stovetop, in an oven, or in an air fryer.
If you love burgers you will also love turkey burgers in the air fryer, and simple duck burgers.
Ingredients and substitutions:
For the full ingredient list and exact measurements refer to the recipe card later in this post.
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- Ground pork - this forms the base of these juicy burgers. Pork is a nice alternative to beef or turkey which are more commonly used to make burgers because it's usually cheaper and more affordable but still has amazing flavour.
- Dijon mustard - this helps give these burgers a punch of flavour and helps keep them nice and juicy. Feel free to use different types of mustard such as honey dijon mustard to give these burgers a different flavour.
- Maple syrup - just a little is all you need to naturally sweeten these delicious pork burgers.
- Herbs and spices: dried basil, salt, and ground black pepper are all you need to perfectly season these burgers. You can add different herbs and spices if you wish. Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning salt, thyme and rosemary are all delicious in these burgers.
How to make ground pork burgers:
- Step 1: Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and mix everything well with your hands or a spoon.
- Step 2: Form the meat mixture into 6 patties and transfer them to a plate or platter. Use your thumb to make an indent in the centre of each burger (this helps the patties stay together). Then refrigerate the patties for 30-60 minutes.
- Step 3: Place a pan or skillet on the stovetop on medium heat and add the oil until it's melted. Then add the patties to the pan and cook for 6-7 minutes until browed.
- Step 4: Flip the patties and cook for an additional 6-7 minutes until the burgers are cooked through and there is no pink remaining in the middle.
Top tips:
- Mixing the meat with your hands works better than mixing it with a spoon.
- Be sure to put a thumb indent into each patty - this helps the patties stay together when they cook.
- You know that pork burgers are done when they reach an internal temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit and there is no pink remaining in the middle.
- To store: store any leftover cooked burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
How to serve:
You can serve ground pork burgers in so many ways. Here are just a few serving ideas:
- If you tolerate dairy: add a couple slices of your favourite cheese to the tops of these burgers before they are done cooking and let the cheese melt.
- Pair these burgers with air fried frozen French fries, turnip fries in the air fryer, or sweet potato fries in the air fryer.
- You can top these burgers with whatever you like including cooked bacon, lettuce, onion, tomato, or pickles.
- Top them with your favourite condiments such as ketchup, aioli with mustard, low sugar honey mustard sauce, mustard, bbq sauce without sugar, relish or easy mayonnaise.
- Serve these burgers with a side salad like simple broccoli salad, asian cucumber salad, healthy potato salad, super easy coleslaw or kale apple salad.
Ground pork burgers FAQ:
According to the USDA, ground pork is fully cooked when it reaches an internal temperature of 160°F or 71.1°C. The meat should no longer be pink inside.
Yes! To cook these pork burgers in the oven cook them for 15-17 minutes at 425°F.
You can, but the patties do have a tendency to fall apart on the grill so you just have to be very careful if you cook them this way.
Yes! If you want to freeze these burger patties I recommend taking the uncooked patties and freezing the patties in a freezer-safe, airtight container or bag with layers separated by parchment paper. When you are ready to eat the burgers, defrost them overnight in the fridge and then cook them the way you prefer.
Yes! To took these pork burgers in an air fryer preheat it to 360°F and then cook the burgers for 12-15 minutes (cooking times will vary depending on the air fryer you have).
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Recipe
Ground Pork Burgers
Equipment
- Large bowl
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground pork
- 3 tablespoon dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoon maple syrup
- 2 tablespoon dried basil
- sea salt (to taste)
- black pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine all ingredients and mix well with a spoon.
- Form the meat mixture into 6 burger patties and place them on a large plate or platter.
- Place the plate in the fridge for 30-60 minutes (this helps the burgers stick together better).
- Place a pan on the stovetop on medium heat and add oil until it's melted. Add the patties to the pan and cook for 6-7 minutes until browed.
- Flip the burgers and cook for an additional 6-7 minutes until the burgers are cooked through and the meat is no longer pink inside.
- Remove the burgers from the pan, let them rest for a couple minutes, then enjoy!
Notes
- Store these burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Nutritional values are an estimate and will vary depending on the exact ingredients used.
Erin Carter
So glad you liked them! Sometimes simple meals are the best meals 🙂 thanks for commenting
Stephanie Whittemore
Made these tonight and they were so moist and delicious!! Can't wait to make them again but punch up the flavor more (I was very scant with the seasoning since I was feeding an audience with a pickier palate). Thanks for a great recipe!
Erin Carter
Me too Vanessa! For those busy nights it can't get much easier
Vanessa
Only 3 ingredients! I love simple recipes!