Spicy Pork Burgers

Prep time
15 MIN

Total time
30 MIN

Serves
4

Adding salsa to the ground pork keeps the meat extra moist in this delicious burger recipe.

Ingredients

Preheat oven to 425˚F (220˚C). Mix together ground pork, 1/4 cup (60 mL) salsa, chipotles, salt and pepper until combined. Divide into 4 portions and shape into 1/2-inch (1 cm) thick patties.
Heat oil in large ovenproof skillet set over medium heat; cook burgers for about 3 minutes per side or until golden brown. Transfer to oven; cook for 5 minutes. Top each burger with slice of cheese. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes or until instant-read thermometer reaches 160°F (71°C) when inserted into centre of burger
Sandwich burgers in buns with remaining salsa, mayonnaise, lettuce, onion and jalapeño slices.

Change it up by substituting pork with ground turkey, chicken or beef
This recipe can also be used to create sliders- just portion out to smaller patties before cooking.
Modify the desired spiciness by removing or adding more chipotles.