Italian Recipes

Cheesy Aromatic Pork Mini Burgers

Published
Feb 19, 2025
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Italian Recipes
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Category: Main Course
Servings: 12 mini burgers

Ingredients:

Ingredient Quantity
Ground pork 500g
Sausage (casing removed) 100g
Pecorino cheese (grated) 50g
Breadcrumbs 50g
Garlic 1 clove
Fresh parsley 30g
Extra virgin olive oil 3 tablespoons
Salt To taste
Black pepper To taste

Instructions:

To prepare these aromatic mini burgers with cheese, start by preparing the aromatic mixture that will be combined with the meat. Begin by placing the breadcrumbs into a food processor and adding the fresh parsley leaves. Pulse the mixture at medium speed until the ingredients are finely chopped and well combined. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Next, in a separate bowl, combine the ground pork with the sausage, which should be removed from its casing beforehand. Add the finely chopped parsley and garlic mixture along with the breadcrumbs to the meat mixture. Finally, stir in the grated Pecorino cheese, ensuring everything is evenly distributed.

Once the mixture is well combined, form small patties to create your mini burgers. Heat a grill or a large pan over high heat and lightly oil it with the olive oil. Place the mini burgers on the grill and cook for about 5 minutes. Be sure to cook them for 3 minutes on one side, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes on the other side, ensuring they are perfectly browned and cooked through.

Serve these aromatic mini burgers with cheese as a delicious and flavorful main course, perfect for lunch, dinner, or a party appetizer. Enjoy with a side of your favorite dipping sauces or vegetables for a complete meal.