Country Pork and Peppercorn Burgers Recipe

Name: Country Pork and Peppercorn Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns; 2 pounds ground pork; 3 cloves garlic, grated or minced; 1 teaspoon ground thyme; Salt; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; Thick cut white bread, lightly toasted or brioche rolls the size of burger buns split and lightly toasted; 8 leaves red or green leaf lettuce; 8 baby gherkin pickles, thinly sliced lengthwise; 2 large shallots, thinly sliced into rings; 1/4 cup whole berry cranberry sauce; 1/4 cup grainy mustard

Servings: persons

1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns
2 pounds ground pork
3 cloves garlic, grated or minced
1 teaspoon ground thyme
Salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Thick cut white bread, lightly toasted or brioche rolls the size of burger buns split and lightly toasted
8 leaves red or green leaf lettuce
8 baby gherkin pickles, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 large shallots, thinly sliced into rings
1/4 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
1/4 cup grainy mustard

1
Place peppercorns in plastic food storage bag to contain and crack them with mallet or small pan to a very coarse grind.
2
Combine peppercorns with pork, garlic, thyme and some salt.
3
Make 4 thick patties, thinner at the center for even cooking.
4
Heat the extra-virgin olive oil over medium-high heat.
5
Cook 6 minutes on each side.
6
Set burgers on bread slices or bun bottoms.
7
Top with lettuce, sliced gherkins and sliced shallots.
8
Combine the cranberry sauce with the mustard and slather on bun tops.
9
Place the tops on the burgers and serve.

708

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

Saved locally in your browser — visible only to you.

How did you like this recipe?

This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns, 2 pounds ground pork, 3 cloves garlic, grated or minced, 1 teaspoon ground thyme, and more.

Yes, Country Pork and Peppercorn Burgers falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Country Pork and Peppercorn Burgers

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

How did you like this recipe?

Frequently Asked Questions