Apple ‘n’ Pork Burgers

  Lunch

This pork burger recipe is a favorite of ours. We had a similar burger in Hawaii and once home, I experimented and came up with this tasty version that we actually prefer to the original. I like to serve them with a salad or fresh corn on the cob.

Apple ‘n’ Pork Burgers

Average Rating: 4.75

TOTAL TIME: Prep/Total Time: 30 min.
YIELD: 2 servings.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup shredded peeled apple
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped onion
  • 1/4 cup drained unsweetened crushed pineapple
  • 2 tablespoons dry bread crumbs
  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1/2 pound ground pork
  • 2 slices Swiss cheese (3/4 ounce each)
  • 2 hamburger buns, split
  • Lettuce leaves, tomato slices, sliced ripe avocado, mustard and mayonnaise, optional

Instructions

  • 1. In a small bowl, combine the first six ingredients. Crumble pork over mixture; mix well. Shape into two patties.
  • 2. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 4-5 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 160°. Top with cheese. Grill 1-2 minutes longer or until cheese is melted.
  • 3. Serve on buns with lettuce, tomato, avocado, mustard and mayonnaise if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 each: 529 calories, 26g fat (11g saturated fat), 99mg cholesterol, 699mg sodium, 40g carbohydrate (13g sugars, 3g fiber), 32g protein.

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