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    Home » Main Course Recipes » Burger Recipes

    Published: Jul 16, 2021 · Modified: Jan 9, 2024 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 12 Comments

    Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots

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    This low-carb recipe for juicy Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots and grainy mustard comes together in a snap and with only five ingredients! Feel free to add a bun if you like. The choice is yours!!

    A closeup vertical image of a Pork Burger with Dried Apricots on a lettuce leaf along with two containers in the background with apricots and mustard.
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    • The ingredient list:
    • Kitchen tools and equipment needed:
    • To bun or not to bun?
    • Where's the beef?
    • What is the best method for cooking pork burgers?
    • What is the proper internal temperature for pork burgers?
    • The easy step-by-step photo instructions:
    • Additional burger recipes you'll enjoy:
    • *Greek Lamb Burgers with Feta and Tzatziki (not shown)
    • Printable Recipe Card
    • Please comment if you've made this recipe.

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    This low carb recipe for Juicy Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots & Grainy Mustard comes together in a snap and with only three ingredients! By all means, if you want to add a bun, go for it!! The flavors in this burger are exceptional, with or without the extra carbs. - kudoskitchenbyrenee.com

    The ingredient list:

    • ground pork
    • dried apricots, chopped
    • grainy mustard
    • minced garlic
    • salt and pepper

    That's it! Pretty simple, right?

    Kitchen tools and equipment needed:

    • instant-read thermometer
    • mixing bowls
    • measuring cups and spoons
    • chef's knife
    • cutting board
    • grill pan, cast iron skillet, or outdoor grill
    • burger molds (optional)

    To bun or not to bun?

    By all means, if you want to add a bun, go for it!!

    The flavors in this burger are exceptional, with or without the extra carbs.

    Where's the beef?

    I don't know about you, but when I think of burgers I typically think of a nice, big, juicy ground beef burger.

    However, these succulent and juicy pork burgers with dried apricots and grainy mustard will gladly give the beef burger a run for its money any day of the week, and make you say what beef burger?!!

    What is the best method for cooking pork burgers?

    The choice is yours.

    Once you've combined all the burger ingredients in a large bowl and gently mixed to incorporate the dried apricots, garlic, and mustard, you're ready to cook the pork burgers with whatever your preferred method of cooking burgers happens to be.

    The day I made my juicy pork burgers it was rainy, so I cooked them inside in a cast-iron skillet.

    Indoors or outdoors. They'll taste great no matter where you cook them.

    What is the proper internal temperature for pork burgers?

    Your burger will be finished when it reaches an internal temperature of 160-degrees Fahrenheit on an instant-read thermometer.

    To ensure your pork burgers remain juicy and flavorful, remove them from the heat when the thermometer reaches 155-degrees Fahrenheit, and cover the burgers with foil for about 7-10 minutes before serving.

    This resting time will allow the burgers to continue cooking slightly (called carry-over cooking), and still be juicy and packed with flavor when it's time to serve.

    A Pork Burger with Dried Apricots without a bun on lettuce leaves with dried apricots as garnish.

    The easy step-by-step photo instructions:

    • In a large bowl, gently mix all of the ingredients to fully incorporate but not over mix.
    • Gently pat the meat mixture into patties that are approximately 4" round.
    How to make Juicy Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots and Grainy Mustard
    • Cook the pork burgers over medium/high heat until the internal temperature of the pork burger reaches 160-degrees.
    • Serve these juicy pork burgers on lettuce leaves (for the low carb version), or burger buns.
    How to make Juicy Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots and Grainy Mustard.
    A vertical closeup of a Pork Burger with Dried Apricots along with lettuce leaves and dried apricots as garnish.

    Additional burger recipes you'll enjoy:

    *Miso Salmon Burgers (shown below and featured in the video)

    Incredibly moist and flavorful, these Miso Salmon Burgers with sugar snap peas will quite possibly replace your favorite beef burger recipe, and you’ll never look back.

    A Miso Salmon Burger on a plate with a bun, tomato, sauce, and sugar snap peas on the side.

    *Greek Lamb Burgers with Feta and Tzatziki (not shown)

    Lamb Burgers with Feta and Tzatziki mimics the big, bold Greek flavors of an authentic gyro sandwich but in burger form! OPA!

    *Italian Sausage Pizza Burgers (shown below)

    How about whipping up some Italian Sausage Pizza Burgers for out on the grill?  They’re the best of both worlds (pizza and burgers), and they take less time to get on the table than a traditional pizza delivery and they taste better than a standard burger.

    An Italian sausage pizza burger on a white plate with green peppers, lettuce, and tomatoes.

    *Aloha Turkey Burgers (not shown)

    These Aloha Turkey Burgers are everything you love about a big juicy burger, and the fact that they’re made with ground turkey is a deliciously pleasant surprise!

    *Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots (shown below) THIS IS THE PLACE!!

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    A browned Pork Burger with Dried Apricots on a lettuce leaf.

    Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots

    Renee Goerger
    This low-carb recipe for juicy Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots and grainy mustard comes together in a snap and with only five ingredients! 
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 18 minutes mins
    Total Time 28 minutes mins
    Course burgers, dinner
    Cuisine American, American Comfort Food
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 432 kcal

    Ingredients
     
     

    • 2 pounds ground pork
    • ½ cup dried apricots chopped
    • ¼ cup grainy mustard
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 1½ teaspoons salt
    • ½ teaspoon pepper
    • buns optional
    • lettuce leaves optional
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    Instructions
     

    • Thoroughly mix all of the burger ingredients in a large bowl.
    • Shape the meat into 6 patties.
    • Cook the burgers until the internal temperature reaches 160-degrees.
    • Serve on buns or lettuce leaves.

    Notes

    Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
    Burgers may be frozen. Store them in an airtight freezer container or bag for up to 3 months.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1servingCalories: 432kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 26gFat: 32gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 108mgSodium: 785mgPotassium: 574mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 1.5mgCalcium: 35mgIron: 1.8mg

    I sincerely hope you've enjoyed today's pork burger recipe as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

    Three Pork Burgers with Dried Apricots (without buns) on a wooden board with lettuce leaves and dried apricots as garnish.

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    1. Marsha says

      July 17, 2021 at 1:56 am

      5 stars
      Such a quick and easy recipe, and everybody loves them!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 17, 2021 at 7:10 am

        Glad to hear it, Marsha!
        Thanks.

        Reply
    2. Sam says

      July 16, 2021 at 5:46 pm

      5 stars
      These burgers were delicious! My family loved them!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 17, 2021 at 7:11 am

        Great news, Sam.
        Thanks for letting me know.
        Renee

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    3. Wilhelmina says

      January 10, 2019 at 8:51 am

      5 stars
      I love these flavors together but I have never thought to put to them in a burger! Genius!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 10, 2019 at 9:18 am

        Thanks, Wilhelmina!

        Reply
    4. Amanda Finks says

      January 10, 2019 at 8:19 am

      5 stars
      I love the sweet and tangy combination of the dried apricots and mustard! yum!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        January 10, 2019 at 8:49 am

        Thanks, Amanda!

        Reply
    5. Sarah M says

      August 06, 2018 at 9:14 am

      5 stars
      At first I was like...eh... apricots in burgers...but WHOAH!! glad I made your recipe. NEW FAVORITE!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        August 06, 2018 at 9:21 am

        Pork and fruit go perfectly together. I'm happy you think so now, too! Thank you!

        Reply
    6. Claire says

      August 06, 2018 at 8:30 am

      5 stars
      I can't wait to give these a go. We are big fans of burgers and I am always looking for ways to use different meats.
      I love the idea of apricot and mustard! Sweet and spicy all at once. YUM!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        August 06, 2018 at 9:20 am

        You'll love these, Claire. The combination of flavors is amazing!

        Reply

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