Eggless Whole30 Smoky Paprika Pork Breakfast Patties
These smoky, spice-forward breakfast patties are the kind of morning staple that makes you actually want to get out of bed. Ground pork gets layered with smoked paprika, fennel seeds, sage, garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes for a deeply savory flavor that rivals anything you'd find at a diner — without a single questionable ingredient. Because the seasoning is built entirely from whole spices and pantry staples, there's no need to scan labels for hidden fillers or additives that can sneak into store-bought sausage. The technique here is simple but smart: a thumb dimple in each patty keeps them flat and even in the pan, and cooking them undisturbed in avocado oil gives you that gorgeous, deep golden crust. No binders, no breadcrumbs, no eggs — just pork and spices doing exactly what they're supposed to do. They're a natural fit for anyone eating clean or following Whole30, and they pair beautifully with roasted vegetables, fresh fruit, or whatever else is on your plate.
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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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