Low Sugar Whole30 Salsa Verde Pork Breakfast Patties
These breakfast patties are bold, savory, and completely free of added sugar — which is harder to avoid than you'd think when it comes to store-bought sausage, where sweeteners sneak into the seasoning blend almost every time. Here, the flavor comes entirely from a smart spice mix of cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, and garlic powder worked into ground pork, so every bite is deeply seasoned without a single gram of added sweetness. The homemade salsa verde is the real showstopper — fresh tomatillos, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice blended into a bright, tangy sauce that cuts right through the richness of the seared pork. Getting a deep, caramelized crust on each patty is the key move here, and the avocado oil and medium-high heat make that happen fast. Whether you spoon the salsa over the top or keep it on the side for dipping, this is a breakfast that feels restaurant-worthy without any of the ingredient compromises. It's the kind of morning meal that actually keeps you full and satisfied, no sugar crash required.
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4 servings
For the salsa verde
- 6 medium tomatillos, husked and rinsed
- 1 jalapeño, stemmed and roughly chopped
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro leaves and tender stems
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- ½ tsp salt
For the patties
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- 1
Quarter the tomatillos and place them in a blender or food processor along with the jalapeño, cilantro, lime juice, and 1/2 tsp salt. Pulse until the salsa is slightly chunky but cohesive, about 8–10 short pulses. Taste and adjust salt, then set aside.
- 2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground pork, cumin, oregano, smoked paprika, garlic powder, 1/2 tsp salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes, if using. Mix with your hands just until the spices are evenly distributed — do not overwork the meat.
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