Pork and Apple Burgers
These slimming friendly Pork and Apple Burgers are perfect for a low calorie or Weight Watchers friendly BBQ!
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NutritionPer Serving
- Calories106
- Carbs3g
- Protein2g
- Fat1g
- Saturates0.4g
- Sugars2g
For the full list of ingredients and comprehensive instructions, please see the recipe card below. Before you scroll, there’s important stuff in the blurb!
Burgers are a barbecue staple, and these Pork and Apple Burgers are a great way to change up the usual BBQ fare. The flavours in this recipe may seem a little unusual but don’t be put off by the fennel seeds – the little pop of aniseed works so well with the pork, without being too overbearing. Add to that the tanginess of the apple, and you have one mega mouthwatering burger. You could even top it with apple sauce for extra flavour!
For rustic handmade patties, press these burgers into shape by hand. Or why not use a burger press for an even more professional look.
What diets is this Pork and Apple Burgers recipe suitable for?
This Pork and Apple Burgers recipe is suitable for gluten free and dairy free diets.
Please make sure to double or triple check all of your ingredients if you’re cooking for people with allergies.
How Weight Watchers friendly is this Pork and Apple Burgers recipe?
- You need to count 4 Points per portion of this Pork and Apple Burgers recipe if you’re on WW Green.
- You need to count 4 Points per portion of this Pork and Apple Burgers recipe if you’re on WW Blue.
- You need to count 4 Points per portion of this Pork and Apple Burgers recipe if you’re on WW Purple.
Do you need any special ingredients to make Pork and Apple Burgers?
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These Pork and Apple Burgers are dead easy to make. You can shape them by hand, but we like to use a burger press as this gives a really even shape. You can pick one up over on Amazon.
How many calories are in this Pork and Apple Burgers recipe?
There are 106 calories per portion in this Pork and Apple Burgers recipe, which means it falls into our Everyday Light category.
Pork and Apple Burgers are perfect if you’re following a calorie controlled diet, and fits well with any one of the major diet plans such as Weight Watchers.
As a guide, an average man needs around 2,500kcal (10,500kJ) a day to maintain a healthy body weight. For an average woman, that figure is around 2,000kcal (8,400kJ) a day. Obviously, if your goal is to lose weight then you might want to adjust these slightly! You can read more about these recommendations on the NHS website.
Step 1
Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. It’s best to mix with your hands as this helps to bring the meat together.
Step 2
Shape into 4 patties and leave to rest in the fridge for 15 minutes.
Step 3
Spray a frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and on a medium heat cook the burgers for around 5 minutes each side until cooked through.
If using a barbecue, spray the burgers with low calorie cooking spray before placing on the griddle to cook.
Serve immediately with your choice of accompaniment!
What could I serve with Pork and Apple Burgers?
These Pork and Apple Burgers work really well when served alongside any of the following dishes:
How do you know when these Pork and Apple Burgers are cooked?
In a frying pan on a medium heat, or on the barbecue, cook the burgers for around 5 minutes each side until cooked through and no pink remains in the middle.
Standard advice here in the UK is to cook food until it has reached 70°C and stayed at that temperature for 2 minutes. This is to keep your family safe.
How long can you keep Pork and Apple Burgers in the fridge?
Once you’ve put them out, ideally you should eat them straight away.
If you allow any leftovers to cool, make sure to refrigerate in a container with a lid and chill. You can keep leftovers of Pork and Apple Burgers in the fridge for approximately 3 days or so.
Can I freeze Pork and Apple Burgers?
This recipe can be frozen, but please remember to do the following;
- Freeze in their raw state, with some waxed paper or parchment between them. Only freeze when raw if the pork mince has not been previously frozen.
- Use a container or bag that is suitable for freezing.
- Defrost thoroughly before reheating.
Don’t forget to add a label with what it is, and on what date you put it in the freezer!
How do I reheat Pork and Apple Burgers?
From chilled: Place in a microwave proof container with loosely fitting lid and heat for 4-7 minutes until piping hot.
Raw, from frozen: Allow to defrost, and then follow the recipe from Step 3.
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Pork and Apple Burgers
These slimming friendly Pork and Apple Burgers are perfect for a low calorie or Weight Watchers friendly BBQ!
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Prep Time
5 MINS
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Cook Time
10 MINS
- KCals 106
- Carbs 3G
- WW Points:
- 4 Green
- 4 Blue
- 4 Purple
Instructions
- Mix all the ingredients together in a bowl. It's best to mix with your hands as this helps to bring the meat together.
- Shape into 4 patties and leave to rest in the fridge for 15 minutes.
- Spray a frying pan with low calorie cooking spray and on a medium heat cook the burgers for around 5 minutes each side until cooked through. If using a barbecue, spray the burgers with low calorie cooking spray before placing on the griddle to cook. Serve immediately with your choice of accompaniment!
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Robyn LindoeTuesday 2nd February 2021
I made these burgers last night and they are delicious, we really enjoyed them and they’re so chunky which makes them filling! I had one in a whole meal roll with low fat burger cheese with chips (potatoes cooked with low fat cooking spray) and salad on the side, so yummy!
HollyTuesday 2nd February 2021
Hi Robyn, that sounds delicious! So glad to hear you enjoyed them
BryonyTuesday 18th August 2020
What kind of apples work well for this recipe?
LisaTuesday 18th August 2020
Hi Bryony!
My favourites to use are Granny Smiths and Pink Ladies, but any dessert apple works! Hope you enjoy the burgers.
HollyTuesday 11th February 2020
Hi! I’m just curious to know how the calories are worked out? Because this says 106kcals per burger but the mince itself is 164kcals per 100g?
Holly LevellThursday 25th June 2020
Hey Holly, Here is a guide shows you how to work out calories and points in a recipe: https://pinchofnom.com/how-to-work-out-calories-and-points-in-a-recipe/ Hope that helps!
Sarah SmithTuesday 23rd July 2019
Can I cook these in my Actifryer?
Emma TWednesday 25th September 2019
Hi Sarah,
Yes – just make sure you remove the paddle first ????
Natalie DimblebyWednesday 29th May 2019
Made these tonight and I can’t recommend them enough. The texture was good and you were right about the fennel seeds, they really added to the flavour.
DawnSunday 10th March 2019
Hi do you have to cook these lovely burgers first before freezing or can you freeze not cooked and then cook fresh..?
Christine HopkinsSaturday 2nd February 2019
Fabulous, juicy, tasty burger…. I used finely chopped spring onions & garlic powder as I had no onion powder….
Gorgeous with a HEA of cheese on top.
AngelaTuesday 30th April 2019
Hi will it be okay to use onion salt instead of granules as thats all I have?
CateMonday 3rd June 2019
Onion salt is a mix of onion granules and salt, so be very careful using it as you can easily make the dish too salty 🙂
KarenFriday 24th August 2018
I cannot find onion granules anywhere. Whats the alternative?
kelsie dewarTuesday 31st July 2018
if you do not use the fennel seed does this make a huge difference to the taste?
DawnMonday 16th July 2018
Could these be cooked in the oven?
AndreaThursday 8th March 2018
Please can you tell me if I can freeze before cooking ?
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