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    Home » Recipes » Main Course Recipes

    Pork Souvlaki Burgers with Feta and Tzatziki

    Jun 11, 2019 | by Jennifer | Last Updated: Jul 1, 2021

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    These ground pork burgers are seasoned with Greek souvlaki spices and served up with feta crumbles, tzatziki sauce, as well.

    pork souvlaki burger on paper

    Looking to spice up your burger game? Then look no further than this delicious Pork Souvlaki Burger. I have always loved classic Greek souvlaki, so this burger is my take on bringing those flavours to our Summer burger menu.

    This burger starts with ground pork, that gets a healthy seasoning with classic Greek souvlaki seasoning. Once cooked, it teams up with feta crumbles, tzatziki sauce, red onions, lettuce and tomato. It's souvlaki in burger form!

    Make it extra special with my Homemade Hamburger Buns! (Shown in photos here).

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    Ingredient Notes

    Pork: As mentioned above, you can use an equal amount of ground chicken or ground beef in place of the ground pork, if you prefer.

    Marjoram: Marjoram is not a widely used spice, but where it is used, it adds a great flavour note. Native to Turkey and Cyprus, marjoram can also be found in the popular herbes de Provence and za'atar spice mixes.

    Marjoram is in the same species as oregano, but it differs from oregano in that it has a more complicated flavour and is more delicate, without oregano's spicy notes.

    Marjoram is a great herb to add to your spice cabinet, if you don't have it there already. Use it anywhere you might use oregano, such as soups, stews, sauces and of course, in these pork burgers.

    If you don't have marjoram to use here, simply omit, then increase the amount of all the spices very slightly.

    Tzatziki Sauce: I've used a store-bought tzatziki sauce here. You can usually easily find this in with the refrigerated sour cream/yogurt etc. You can also make your own tzatziki sauce. There are tons of recipes out there.

    Cook's Notes

    I like to make these pork burger patties up ahead and refrigerate. It not only allows you to get that part out of the way ahead, but it gives the spices a chance to meld with the meat, as they sit. Be sure to cover and refrigerate until needed.

    Cook Thoroughly! Unlike ground beef, which is often left a little pink, it is important to thoroughly cook ground pork, until it is no longer pink and until the internal temperature reaches at least 160F.

    pork souvlaki burger on paper

    Recipe

    pork souvlaki burger on parchment

    Pork Souvlaki Burger

    Greek seasoned ground pork patties, served with feta crumbles and tzatziki sauce.
    Author: Jennifer
    5 stars from 6 ratings
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Cook Time 15 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Main Course
    Servings 5 burgers

    Ingredients
     

    Greek spice mix:

    • 2 tsp dried oregano leaves
    • 1/2 tsp dried basil leaves
    • 1/2 tsp dried marjoram
    • 1/2 tsp dried thyme leaves
    • 1 tsp salt
    • 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper

    For burger patties:

    • 1 1/2 lbs ground pork, (700g)
    • Juice of 1/2 lemon
    • 2 cloves garlic, minced

    For burger garnish:

    • Leaf lettuce
    • 1/2 cup tzatziki sauce, store-bought or homemade
    • 1/2 cup feta, crumbled
    • 1/4 large red onion, sliced
    • 1 large tomato, sliced
    • 5 hamburger buns, sliced and toasted
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    Instructions
     

    • In a small bowl, stir together the Greek spice mix and set aside.
    • In a large bowl, add the ground pork. Drizzle with juice of 1/2 lemon and scatter the minced garlic over-top. Sprinkle the Greek spice mix over-top. Using your hands, mix together, until the spice mix and seasoning is evenly distributed through the pork. Do not over-work.
    • Form pork mixture into 5 equal-sized patties and if time permits, place on a plate, cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate until needed (allows the spices to flavour the pork).
    • Season the outside of the patties with a sprinkling of salt and pepper. Cook pork patties on the BBQ (grease the grill), or in a little oil in a skillet or in a grill pan on the stove-top. Cook until thoroughly cooked through, until there is no pink inside and until the meat reaches an internal temperature of at least 160F. *Important to cook thoroughly.
    • Toast hamburger buns. Place some leaf lettuce on the bottom half of the bun. Top with a dollop of tzatziki sauce, then top with a cooked pork patty. Top pork patty with crumbled feta, sliced red onion and tomato slices.

    Notes

    Be sure to read the "Cook's Notes" included with this post, where I share some valuable tips, options, substitutions and variations for this recipe!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 563kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 30g | Fat: 36g | Saturated Fat: 14g | Cholesterol: 115mg | Sodium: 1044mg | Potassium: 548mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 445IU | Vitamin C: 7.3mg | Calcium: 205mg | Iron: 3.1mg

    Nutritional information provided for general guidance only and should not be relied upon to make personal health decisions.

    Course Main Course
    Cuisine Greek
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    Hi! I'm Jennifer, a home-cook of many years and a lifelong seeker of delicious food! I'm an equal opportunity eater. I enjoy eating all the foods!

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    1. François says

      November 10, 2021 at 2:36 pm

      5 stars
      Great burger variation. Whole family loves it.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        November 10, 2021 at 4:11 pm

        Thanks François! So glad you are all enjoy these burgers :)

        Reply
    2. Kathy B says

      July 04, 2019 at 9:01 pm

      5 stars
      These were SO GOOD!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        July 05, 2019 at 8:53 am

        Thanks so much, Kathy! Glad you enjoyed them :)

        Reply
    3. Milena says

      June 11, 2019 at 12:56 pm

      5 stars
      Hello, utter deliciousness! My favorite meat, perfectly seasoned, along with my favorite fixings... I am thinking of grinding some pork shoulder here in a bit. Yum!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:51 pm

        Thanks Milena and yes, perfect with home-ground pork!

        Reply
    4. Tricia says

      June 11, 2019 at 12:54 pm

      5 stars
      Wow this sounds just delicious! I adore the Greek flavors and the pork burger must be so juicy. LOVE it!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:50 pm

        Thanks Tricia, we have always enjoyed pork burgers, so we loved the Greek flavours, too!

        Reply
    5. Chris Scheuer says

      June 11, 2019 at 12:29 pm

      5 stars
      I know we would LOVE these burgers too! What a wonderful idea to use classic Souvlaki flavors in a burger!

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        June 11, 2019 at 7:49 pm

        Thanks so much, Chris :)

        Reply
    6. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen says

      June 11, 2019 at 9:24 am

      5 stars
      These would most definitely be a great addition to our summer bbq's Jennifer! I'm loving that Greek spice mix! Pinned and can't wait to give these a try.

      Reply
      • Jennifer says

        June 11, 2019 at 10:36 am

        Thanks Mary Ann! We just loved bringing the great souvlaki flavours to a burger :)

        Reply

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