Paraben Free Whole30 Smoky Paprika Pork Breakfast Patties
These smoky, spiced breakfast patties are the kind of morning protein that actually makes you want to get out of bed. Ground pork gets seasoned with smoked paprika, crushed fennel seeds, sage, garlic, and onion powder for a deeply savory flavor that tastes like it came from a specialty butcher — not your own kitchen. The beauty here is that every single ingredient is a whole, recognizable pantry staple, which matters a lot when you're avoiding the synthetic preservatives and additives that sneak into so many store-bought sausage products. Avocado oil keeps the cook clean and the edges beautifully golden without introducing anything unnecessary. The thumb-dimple trick in the center of each patty is a small detail that makes a real difference, keeping them flat and evenly cooked all the way through. Pair them with eggs, roasted sweet potato, or fresh fruit and you've got a breakfast that's genuinely satisfying without any of the ingredient-label anxiety.
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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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