Pork Burgers With Spices Recipe

Name: Pork Burgers With Spices
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds lean ground pork; 2 tablespoons butter; 1 cup finely chopped onions; 1/2 teapoon finely minced garlic; 1/2 cup finely chopped sour pickles, preferably cornichons; 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin; 2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs; 1 cup fresh or canned chicken broth; Salt to taste, if desired; Freshly ground pepper to taste; 1/4 cup corn, peanut or vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar; teaspoon tomato paste

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds lean ground pork
2 tablespoons butter
1 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 teapoon finely minced garlic
1/2 cup finely chopped sour pickles, preferably cornichons
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons Dijon-style mustard
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 cup fine fresh bread crumbs
1 cup fresh or canned chicken broth
Salt to taste, if desired
Freshly ground pepper to taste
1/4 cup corn, peanut or vegetable oil
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
teaspoon tomato paste

1
Put pork in a bowl and set aside.
2
Heat 1 tablespoon butter in a small skillet and add onions and garlic.
3
Cook, stirring, until wilted.
4
Let cool briefly and add onion mixture to pork.
5
Add chopped pickles.
6
Add cumin, mustard, egg, 1/2 cup bread crumbs, 1/4 cup of the broth, salt and pepper.
7
Blend well with fingers.
8
Shape the mixture into 8 equal portions.
9
Shape each portion into a ball.
10
Flatten each into a patty, about 4 inches in diameter and 1/2 inch thick.
11
Spoon or pour out remaining bread crumbs onto a flat surface and coat patties all over.
12
Heat oil in one or two skillets or, preferably, nonstick fry pans.
13
Cook on one side 4 to 5 minutes and carefully turn patties with pancake turner or spatula.
14
Continue cooking 8 minutes.
15
Transfer patties to a warm platter.
16
Pour off fat from the skillet and add vinegar.
17
Cook briefly, stirring, and add remaining 3/4 cup of chicken broth and the tomato paste.
18
Cook, stirring, about 5 minutes or until reduced to about 1/2 cup.
19
Swirl in the remaining tablespoon of butter and strain the sauce through a sieve.
20
Pour sauce over patties and serve.

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* 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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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

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

You need 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds lean ground pork, 2 tablespoons butter, 1 cup finely chopped onions, 1/2 teapoon finely minced garlic, and more.

Yes, Pork Burgers With Spices falls under the Soups & Stews 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!

Pork Burgers With Spices

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Variations & substitutions

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