Smoky Pork Burgers With Fennel and Red Cabbage Slaw

Step 1

To cook burgers: Prepare a grill.

Step 2

Gently toast fennel seeds in a dry skillet until aromatic.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine fennel seeds, onion, garlic, salt and smoked paprika.

Step 4

Add pork and bacon. Toss gently until well mixed, without overworking meat.

Step 5

Divide into four portions and shape into patties. Place on a plate or platter and chill for at least one hour.

Step 6

Cook 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.

Step 7

To prepare slaw: Whisk vinegars, mustard and salt in a bowl until salt is dissolved. Add oil and whisk until emulsified.

Step 8

Place fennel bulb and cabbage into bowl and toss to combine with dressing. Add fennel fronds and toss again just before serving.

Step 9

Place burgers on toasted or lightly grilled buns and top each with a little slaw.