After the success of the royal burger recipe, I thought it to be appropriate to show you another quirky burger recipe, the pork burgers.
While growing up in the country when I was young had its ups and downs. One of the advantages of having livestock was the fresh meat we could have as a family. All the hard work of raising animals and the time and energy spent ensuring they were fed and cared for was worth it. We raised chickens, beef, and pigs.
The pork meat was always one of our favorite meats for a meal. It was a thick juicy pork chop or thick-cut smoked bacon. However, my favorite was when we would cook up some pork burgers.
Pork burgers are simple to make and they won’t cost much more than lean ground beef. The taste is a nice change from the standard hamburger and the preparation is super easy. You don’t need to add a whole bunch of fillers to the meat either, it holds up on its’ own. The only thing I add is my own pork seasoning blend during cooking, that’s all. Now I know one of the complaints that people have about pork is that it can be dry. In my opinion, that is because most people overcook their pork. You should never cook pork without using an instant-read thermometer. This well-cooked pork burger is done when its internal temperature is 160 F degrees. This is normally achieved by cooking over medium-high heat for 5-7 minutes on each side.
One way to determine your porks’ doneness is by the color of the juices that come out of it when you poke a hole in it with a knife or fork. If the juices run clear or are very faintly pink, the pork is done cooking. If they’re mostly or entirely pink or red, it’s best to continue cooking.
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May Help Muscle Maintenance
Pork’s high-quality proteins give you the critical amino acids you need to develop new muscles. Sarcopenia, often known as old age-related muscle damage and degeneration, is most common after the age of 50. Consuming high-quality pig protein and maintaining a healthy lifestyle may assist sarcopenia’s consequences to be slowed down or even reversed.
May Increase Muscle Performance
The proteins in pork support the maintenance and enhancement of healthy muscles as well as the regeneration of new muscle mass. The beta-alanine protein complex carnosine, which is abundant in pork, helps in reducing fatigue and enhancing physical performance.
Grilled Pork Burgers
FAQ
How do you know when ground pork is cooked?
How do you tell if pork is cooked all the way?
How do you know when a burger is fully cooked?
How long do you cook pork burgers?
Cook the pork burgers on each side for two to three minutes or until they are cooked to your desired doneness (see the table above for internal cooking temperatures). For medium doneness, cook the pork patties to 145°F/65°C and let them rest for a few minutes until they reach 150°F/68°C.
How do you know if pork is cooked?
Pork is done when it registers 160°F (71°C) on an instant read thermometer. Here we direct you to measure the burgers until they register just a few degrees shy of that and then baste with more barbecue sauce and cook a little longer before letting them rest. The temperature of the pork will continue to increase both on and off the heat.
How do you know if a burger is cooked?
When you think your burger is done you will want to check the middle of it to make sure that it is cooked through. If you don’t have a thermometer then this is a good way to check. When you are cooking your burgers you will notice that the red juices starting to come up to the surface. This is the juices and moisture is cooked out of the meat.
What temperature should pork burgers be cooked to?
For a temperature guide, see the table in the post. For medium doneness, cook the pork burgers to 145°F/65°C and let them rest for a few minutes until they reach 150°F/68°C. This recipe makes 8-quarter pound pork patties, but you can make larger burgers to suit your preference.