Almond Free Whole30 Smoky Paprika Pork Breakfast Patties
Smoky, savory, and deeply satisfying, these breakfast patties are the kind of morning protein that actually gets you out of bed. Ground pork gets seasoned with smoked paprika, fennel seeds, sage, and a hit of garlic and onion powder — a spice lineup that delivers serious diner-style flavor without a single processed ingredient in sight. The thumb-dimple trick keeps each patty flat and even in the pan, so you get that gorgeous golden crust on both sides instead of a domed, unevenly cooked mess. Avocado oil gives them a clean, high-heat sear that locks in the juices and builds a deep brown exterior that's hard to resist. For anyone navigating tree nut concerns, this recipe is naturally free of almonds and almond-derived ingredients — no swaps needed, no label-reading required. These patties are Whole30-compliant and pair beautifully with eggs, roasted sweet potato, or whatever else is on your plate. Make a double batch on Sunday and you've got a week of breakfasts handled.
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4 servings
- 1 lb ground pork
- 1 ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp fennel seeds, lightly crushed
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp dried sage
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 tbsp avocado oil
Instructions
- 1
Combine the ground pork, smoked paprika, fennel seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, dried sage, black pepper, red pepper flakes (if using), and salt in a large mixing bowl. Mix with your hands until the spices are evenly distributed throughout the meat, about 30 seconds — stop as soon as the mixture is uniform to avoid overworking.
- 2
Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and press each into a round patty about 3 inches wide and 1/2 inch thick. Press a shallow dimple in the center of each patty with your thumb to help them cook flat.
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