Smoky Pork Burgers With Fennel and Red Cabbage Slaw
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Jennifer Hess, a food blogger from Providence, R.I., was an early Food52 member. Her smoky pork burger with fennel and red cabbage slaw won the “Your Best Grilled Pork Recipe” contest.
Gently toast fennel seeds in a dry skillet until aromatic.
03In a large bowl, combine fennel seeds, onion, garlic, salt and smoked paprika.
04Add pork and bacon. Toss gently until well mixed, without overworking meat.
05Divide into four portions and shape into patties. Place on a plate or platter and chill for at least one hour.
06Cook burgers for about 6 minutes on hot side of grill. After 3 minutes, flip and cook 3 more minutes, then move to cool part of grill for 3 more minutes. Burgers can also be fried in a pan over medium-high heat for about 3 minutes on each side. Let burgers rest for a few minutes, tented with foil, before serving.
07To prepare slaw: Whisk vinegars, mustard and salt in a bowl until salt is dissolved. Add oil and whisk until emulsified.
08Place fennel bulb and cabbage into bowl and toss to combine with dressing. Add fennel fronds and toss again just before serving.
09For the slaw: Place burgers on toasted or lightly grilled buns and top each with a little slaw.