Sizzling Swine-Apple Patties on the Grill
Enjoy the unique twist on burgers with Pork and Apple Mini Burgers! This recipe brings together ground pork, crisp apples, and aromatic herbs to create delicious, juicy burgers with a hint of sausage flavor.
Serve them on slider buns, dinner rolls, or even with eggs for a hearty breakfast. Follow the instructions below to make these delightful bites at home.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork (from shoulder or a shoulder-belly mix)
- 2 medium apples, grated
- 2 tbsp fresh Italian parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ground pork, grated apples, parsley, rosemary, salt, and pepper. Mix with your hands until evenly combined.
- Shape the pork mixture into 12 (2-ounce) patties about 2 1/2 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick.
- Heat a large frying pan over medium heat. Add 6 patties and cook until the outsides are browned and the centers are no longer pink, about 4 to 5 minutes per side. Transfer to a plate and repeat with the remaining 6 patties.
For added sweetness and caramelization, opt for a juicy, crisp apple like Fuji or Pink Lady. These burgers go great served on slider buns, dinner rolls, or even alongside eggs for a hearty breakfast. Enjoy them with a light salad, roasted butternut squash, or an Old Fashioned cocktail.
- The unique twist on burgers, the Pork and Apple Mini Burgers, provide a delightful combination of ground pork, crisp Fuji apples, aromatic herbs, and a hint of sausage flavor, thanks to the grated apples.
- For a somewhat sweeter taste and caramelization, consider using a juicy, crisp apple like Fuji or Pink Lady when making these mini burgers.
- Nutrition-wise, these mini burgers offer a blend of protein from the ground pork and fiber from the apples, making them a suitable addition to a balanced meal, particularly when served with roasted butternut squash or a light salad.
