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 famous gluten free beef burgers.
- You only need 6 ingredients to make these burgers and even though they are made from scratch they are quick and easy to make and only take a few minutes to prepare.
- These homemade burgers are naturally gluten-free, dairy free, healthy, paleo, low carb and keto. They are also egg-free.
- You don't need any binders like bread crumbs, oats or crackers to make these ground pork burgers.
- They make great leftovers and store really well so are a great option for meal prep.
- Ground pork is usually less expensive than ground beef or ground turkey so this recipe is a great way to save money on groceries.
If you love burgers you will also love turkey burgers in the air fryer, and simple duck burgers.
Ingredients and substitutions:
- Ground pork - ground pork 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 ground pork burgers.
- Basil - when combined with the dijon mustard, dried basil helps give these burgers the most delicious flavour. You could also add extra spices or herbs such as rosemary or Italian seasoning to give these burgers a different taste.
- Salt and ground black pepper - simple seasonings are all you need to complete this burger recipe.
How to make ground pork burgers:
- Step 1: Add all the ingredients to a large bowl and combine everything well with your hands or a large spoon.
- Step 2: Form the meat mixture into 6 patties and place them on a plate. 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 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.
- 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 and recipe variations:
- Mixing the meat with your hands works much 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.
- Feel free to use other types of mustard to give these burgers a different flavour.
- You can add different herbs and spices or change up the herbs and spices - Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, seasoning salt, thyme and rosemary are all delicious in these burgers.
How to serve:
You can serve 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.
How to store:
Store any leftover cooked burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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.
How to reheat:
To reheat these burger patties, warm them in the microwave for 30-60 seconds, or until warmed throughout.
You can also rewarm the burgers on the stove or in an air fryer. To warm them in the stove, heat them at 350°F for about 5 minutes. To warm them in the air fryer, heat them at 350°F for about 2 minutes, or until warm.
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.
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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!