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Barbecued Cajun Pork Burgers Recipe

Fire up the grill for these juicy Barbecued Cajun Pork Burgers! This recipe, inspired by the best barbecue cookbook, delivers a flavor explosion with sweet potato, apple, and zesty Cajun spices. Perfectly charred on the outside and tender on the inside, these burgers are topped with caramelized onions and crispy bacon for an unforgettable taste. Easy to follow instructions make this a perfect weeknight meal or a crowd-pleasing weekend BBQ hit.

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 55 mins
Calories 471.4 kcal
Protein 62g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Barbecued Cajun Pork Burgers

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How to Make Barbecued Cajun Pork Burgers

  1. Peel and cube 1 large sweet potato. Cook in a pan of lightly salted boiling water for 15-20 minutes, or until tender.
  2. Drain well, then mash the sweet potato and set aside.
  3. In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, the mashed sweet potato, 1/2 cup grated apple (about 1 medium), and 2 tablespoons Cajun seasoning.
  4. Grate 1/2 of a medium yellow onion and add it to the pork mixture along with 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, and 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro.
  5. Gently mix all ingredients. Shape the mixture into 4-6 equal-size patties.
  6. Cover and chill the patties in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour.
  7. Thinly slice the remaining 1/2 of the medium yellow onion.
  8. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-low heat.
  9. Add the sliced onions and cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened and caramelized.
  10. Remove the skillet from the heat and set aside the caramelized onions.
  11. Wrap each burger patty with 2 slices of bacon.
  12. Preheat your barbecue grill to medium-high heat.
  13. Lightly brush the bacon-wrapped burgers with olive oil. Grill for 5-6 minutes per side, or until the pork is cooked through and the bacon is crispy. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 160°F (71°C).
  14. Serve the Barbecued Cajun Pork Burgers immediately on burger buns, topped with the caramelized onions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

43g

Fat

45g

Carbs

9g

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60 Minutes Or Less Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Yams Sweet Potatoes North American Main Dish Fruit Pork Potatoes Vegetables American Cajun Southern United States Barbecue Refrigerator Stove Top Apples Meat Equipment Grilling