Celery Free Whole30 Smoky Paprika Pork Breakfast Patties
Smoky, savory, and deeply satisfying, these breakfast patties are the kind of thing that makes waking up early feel worth it. Ground pork gets seasoned with smoked paprika, crushed fennel seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, dried sage, and a hit of red pepper flakes for a flavor profile that's bold without being complicated. Every single ingredient in this lineup is naturally free from celery and celery derivatives — no hidden fillers, no processed binders, just clean spices and quality meat. The avocado oil gives each patty a gorgeous, deep golden crust when cooked undisturbed in a hot skillet, and the thumb-press trick in the center keeps them flat and even all the way through. They're Whole30-compliant and pack serious protein, making them a smart anchor for any morning plate. Batch-cook a full round and you've got breakfast handled for days.
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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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