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Iowa Grilled Pork Burgers

Name: Iowa Grilled Pork Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6 servings
Cuisine: Midwestern American
Ingredients: 2 lb Ground pork; 0.25 cup Yellow onion, grated; 1 tsp Garlic powder; 1.5 tsp Salt; 0.5 tsp Black pepper; 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce; 6 count Hamburger buns; 1 cup Lettuce, tomato, onion slices

A seasoned ground pork patty grilled and served on a bun, a common summer cookout dish reflecting Iowa's standing as the nation's top pork-producing state.

🇺🇸United States· Iowa

Prep: 15 min
Cook: 15 min
Total: 30 min
Servings: 6
Difficulty: Easy
Calories: 430 kcal

Ingredients

0 of 8 gathered

Servings

Equipment

•Grill
•Mixing bowl

Nutrition

Per serving, approximate

Calories: 430 kcal
fat: 24
carbs: 26
protein: 26
calories: 430

Instructions

1
Gently mix the ground pork, grated onion, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and Worcestershire sauce in a large bowl.
2
Divide the mixture into 6 equal portions. Shape them into patties slightly wider than the buns.
3
Press your thumb into the center of each patty to make a shallow dimple.
4
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat. Brush a little oil onto the grates.
5
Grill the patties for 6 to 7 minutes per side. Cook until the internal temperature reaches 160°F.
6
Set the buns on the grill to toast lightly during the last minute of cooking.
7
Build your burgers with lettuce, tomato, and onion. Serve right away.

Chef's tips

Mix the pork gently so the burgers stay tender. Check the center with a food thermometer to ensure it reaches a safe temperature without drying out.

Storage

Refrigerate cooked patties in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Reheating

Reheat in a covered skillet over medium-low heat until warmed through.

Common mistakes to avoid

•Pressing down on the patties with a spatula, which squeezes out flavorful juices.
•Undercooking the pork, which must reach a safe internal temperature.