By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 11, 2026
Serves 4
865 cal · 25 min
Pork Burgers With Onions and Peppers
Recipe GLPR1b8f17cff867b3
Juicy homemade pork burgers made from ground pork and Italian sausage, topped with caramelized sautéed bell peppers and onions. Served on toasted onion rolls, these burgers are packed with flavor and ready in just 25 minutes.
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Ingredients
4 tablespoons olive oil, divided
1 bell pepper, seeded and cut into strips
1 small onion, thinly sliced
kosher salt and black pepper to taste
1 pound ground pork
1 pound Italian sausage, casings removed
4 onion rolls, toasted
ketchup (optional)
Directions
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the bell pepper strips and sliced onion, season with a pinch of salt and black pepper, and sauté for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are soft and lightly caramelized. Transfer to a plate and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the ground pork and Italian sausage. Mix gently with your hands until just combined—do not overmix. Form the mixture into 4 equal patties, each about 3/4 inch thick. Make a small indent in the center of each patty with your thumb to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.
Heat the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil in the same skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully place the patties in the skillet.
Cook the burgers for 5-6 minutes on the first side without moving them, then flip and cook for an additional 4-5 minutes on the second side until the internal temperature reaches 160°F when measured with a meat thermometer at the thickest part.
Top each cooked burger patty with a portion of the sautéed peppers and onions.
Place each loaded burger patty on a toasted onion roll. Serve with ketchup on the side if desired.
Comments
All ingredients are readily available at any Charlotte-area chain—ground pork, Italian sausage, bell peppers, onions, and onion rolls are standard stock items. The stated 25 minutes is honest for pan-cooking the mixture and caramelizing the onions and peppers, though busy nights may feel tight; cost per serving runs about $3 to $3.50 at current Harris Teeter or Food Lion prices, driven mainly by the sausage. This is straightforward weeknight food that reheats adequately in a skillet and requires minimal attention once the vegetables start cooking, though it is not designed for next-day sandwiches. The simplicity and Southern-friendly pork base make this a reliable option, though it lacks enough complexity or local appeal to score higher.
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