Carolina Pork Barbecue Burgers

Sink your teeth into these mouthwatering Carolina Pork Barbecue Burgers, a true Southern-inspired feast packed with bold barbecue flavors and a satisfying crunch! Featuring juicy ground pork patties seasoned with smoked paprika, this recipe shines with a tangy homemade Carolina-style barbecue sauce crafted from apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, and a kick of crushed red pepper flakes. Each burger is crowned with a crisp, creamy coleslaw, offering the perfect balance of textures and flavors. Served on toasted hamburger buns, these burgers are quick to prepare, coming together in just 30 minutes. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard gatherings, these irresistible pork barbecue burgers are guaranteed to be a hit with family and friends.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Ground pork
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon Smoked paprika
• 0.5 cup Apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Yellow mustard
• 1 tablespoon Ketchup
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar (for coleslaw)
• 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
• 2 cups Coleslaw mix
• 4 Hamburger buns

Directions

Step 1

In a mixing bowl, combine the ground pork with salt, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Mix gently until evenly combined and form into 4 equal-sized patties.

Step 2

Heat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the pork patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, until the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C). Remove from heat and let rest.

Step 3

To make the Carolina barbecue sauce, whisk together 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar, brown sugar, yellow mustard, ketchup, and crushed red pepper flakes in a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar, and sugar to make the coleslaw dressing. Toss the dressing with the coleslaw mix until well coated. Set aside.

Step 5

Toast the hamburger buns lightly on the grill or in a skillet if desired.

Step 6

Assemble the burgers by placing a pork patty on the bottom bun. Spoon a generous amount of Carolina barbecue sauce over the patty. Top with a mound of coleslaw and finish with the top bun.

Step 7

Serve immediately and enjoy your Carolina Pork Barbecue Burgers!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1273.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2359.3

Total Fat 154.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 467.1mg	0%
Sodium 3806.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 114.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 65.5g	0%
Total Sugars 30.6g
Protein 177.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 378.8mg	0%
Iron 12.0mg	0%
Potassium 775.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.4%

Protein: 27.7%

Carbs: 18.0%