Pork Patty Melts Recipe

Name: Pork Patty Melts Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound ground pork (see note); Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper; 2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil; 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter; 1 large yellow onion, split in half and thinly sliced from pole to pole (about 2 cups); 1 fennel bulb, trimmed, cored, and thinly sliced (about 2 cups); 1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes; 3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced; 2 tablespoons malt vinegar; 8 slices sturdy white sandwich bread; 12 slices Swiss cheese, torn in half

Servings: persons

1 pound ground pork (see note)
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil
8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter
1 large yellow onion, split in half and thinly sliced from pole to pole (about 2 cups)
1 fennel bulb, trimmed, cored, and thinly sliced (about 2 cups)
1 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons malt vinegar
8 slices sturdy white sandwich bread
12 slices Swiss cheese, torn in half

1
Season pork with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and work into pork using hands. Divide pork into 4 equal portions and form each into a thin patty the shape of a slice of bread.
2
Heat oil in large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering. Add patties and cook until golden brown on both sides, about 6 minutes total. Transfer to plate.
3
Melt 3 tablespoons butter in now empty skillet. Add onion, fennel, red pepper flakes, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender and beginning to char, about 8 minutes. Add garlic and vinegar and cook an additional 2 minutes. Season to taste and transfer mixture to bowl.
4
Reduce heat to medium. Melt additional 2 1/2 tablespoons butter in now empty skillet, swirling pan to evenly distribute butter. Place 4 bread slices in skillet. Top each slice with 1 1/2 slices cheese. Top 2 of the slices with 1/4 onion-fennel mixture, then a pork patty. Once cheese starts to melt, flip cheese-topped bread slices onto pork patties and press down gently with spatula. Cook, turning once, until bread is golden and crisp, about 3 minutes per side. Transfer to cutting board and repeat procedure with remaining butter, cheese, onion-fennel mixture, and pork patties. Serve immediately.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound ground pork (see note), Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, 2 teaspoons olive or vegetable oil, 8 tablespoons (1 stick) unsalted butter, and more.

Yes, Pork Patty Melts Recipe 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!