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    Home » Recipes » Sandwich Recipes

    BBQ Pork Parm Burgers with Basil Mayo + Tomato Sauce

    Published: Jun 21, 2018 · Modified: Jul 26, 2021 by Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai · This post may contain affiliate links

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    Burger with cheese, tomatoe sauce, mayo and lettuce

    Our BBQ Parmigiana Pork Burgers are topped with mozzarella, tomato sauce & basil mayo. Each bite releases a burst of flavor for one fancy (and messy) Italian burger.

    Our BBQ Parmigiana Pork Burgers are topped with mozzarella, tomato sauce & basil mayo. Each bite releasing a burst of flavour for one fancy (and messy) Italian burger. Get the recipe at chefsouschef.com #recipe #bbq #pork #parmesan #tomatoes #basil #burger #summer #foodstyling #foodphotography #chefsouschef

    Using the same fresh and vibrant ingredients found in lasagnas or on pizzas, we changed our scenery and brought the international flavors of Italy out to our BBQ, putting a pork twist on the Sicilian eggplant parmigiana.

    While eggplant parm is typically shallow fried and then baked in the oven, our Parmigiana Pork Burgers are char-grilled on the BBQ, flipped, and topped with gooey buffalo mozzarella and homemade tomato sauce.

    Bunch of basil, packaged duBreton ground pork, lemon, garlic, parmesan, and tomatoes

    Topping our burgers with tomato sauce and fresh mozzarella, the patties are sandwiched between an Italian bun smothered in basil mayo and topped with arugula. Each bite releases a burst of tomato sauce and stringy mozzarella, mixed with the pork for one fancy (and incredibly messy) Italian burger.

    How to Make Our Pork Parmigiana Burgers with Basil Mayo

    Form the Pork Burger Patties

    Combine pork, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, chopped basil, thyme, and a pinch of salt and pepper in a bowl. Divide into 4 equal portions, flatten into patties, and place in the fridge to set.

    Make the Tomato Sauce

    Heat a skillet on medium-high heat with olive oil. Add the onion and sauté for 2 minutes, then add garlic and continue to cook for an additional 1 minute. Pour in the tomatoes, basil, thyme, chili flakes, and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and continue to simmer for at least 20 minutes, until thickened.

    How to Make Basil Mayonnaise

    Combine mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon chopped basil, and lemon juice in a bowl. Place in fridge until serving. Leftovers can be kept for up to 5 days in the fridge.

    Pork burgers topped with tomato sauce and cheese on the barbecue

    Grill, Assemble and Style

    Grill burger patties for about 3-5 minutes per side ensuring they reach a minimum internal temperature of 160°. Top the burgers with ¼ cup of tomato sauce then sprinkle with Parmesan. Place the mozzarella on top then cover until the cheese is melted.

    To serve, smother both halves of the bun with basil mayo. Lay a burger on the mayo then top with arugula and smother in additional basil mayonnaise.

    Close up of Pork Parmigiana Burger Assembly from Overhead

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    Pork burger topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese, and lettuce

    Pork Parmigiana Burger

    5 from 1 vote
    Philip Lago and Mystique Mattai
    Using all the elements of the classic veal parmigiana, we have remixed this favourite Italian-American dish and taken it outdoors to the barbecue by making a juicy pork burger topped with a zesty tomato sauce, mozzarella cheese and parmigiano reggiano.  
    Servings: 4 people
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    Prep Time 20 minutes mins
    Cook Time 20 minutes mins

    Ingredients
      

    Pork Burgers

    • 1 lb Ground Pork
    • 1 large egg
    • ¼ cup bread crumbs
    • ¼ cup parmigiano reggiano, grated
    • 2 tablespoon basil, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon thyme, chopped
    • ½ teaspoon black pepper

    Sauce

    • 1 tablespoon olive oil
    • 1 small onion chopped
    • 2 cloves garlic minced
    • 1 can whole peeled Italian tomatoes
    • 2 tablespoon basil, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon thyme, chopped
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes

    Basil Mayonnaise

    • ¼ cup mayonnaise
    • 1 tablespoon basil, chopped
    • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

    Burger Toppings

    • 100 g buffalo mozzarella cheese sliced thinly or roughly torn
    • 1 cup arugula
    • ¼ cup Parmigiano Reggiano, shaved
    • 4 buns Italian style

    Instructions
     

    • In a medium bowl, mix together all the burger ingredients. Divide into 4 equal portions, roll into a ball and flatten to about ½ inch thickness. Place each burger on a small piece of parchment paper and place in your fridge until ready to grill.
    • Heat a skillet on medium-high heat with olive oil. Add the onion and sauté for 2 minutes, then add garlic and continue to cook for an additional 1 minute. Pour in the tomatoes, basil, thyme, chili flakes and salt. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and continue to simmer for at least 20 minutes, until thickened.
    • Meanwhile, combine mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon basil, and lemon juice in a bowl. Place in fridge until serving.
    • Remove the burger patties from the fridge. Preheat grill on medium heat. Grill burger patties for about 3-5 minutes per side ensuring they reach a minimum internal temperature of 160°. Top the burgers with ¼ cup of tomato sauce then sprinkle with Parmesan. Place the mozzarella on top then cover until the cheese is melted.
    • To serve, smother both halves of the bun with basil mayo. Place ¼ cup arugula on the bottom the top with the burger. Serve with a side salad or fries with a sprinkling of Parmesan.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 776kcal | Carbohydrates: 42g | Protein: 37g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 17g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 9g | Monounsaturated Fat: 19g | Trans Fat: 0.03g | Cholesterol: 162mg | Sodium: 1113mg | Potassium: 478mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 1413IU | Vitamin C: 11mg | Calcium: 784mg | Iron: 13mg

    Additional Information

    Course: food and drink, Main
    Cuisine: Italian Inspired, north american
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 776
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    1. Matthew says

      December 06, 2018 at 2:39 pm

      Our new favourite burger. This is truly taking a burger to a new level and it does taste similar to veal or chicken parmesan.5 stars

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