Chipotle Aioli Pork Burgers with Cheddar and Crispy Potato Wedges

Get ready for a flavor-packed burger experience that brings together smoky, sweet and savory notes in every bite. These juicy pork patties are seasoned with fry spice and minced onion, then topped with gooey melted cheddar and a tangle of BBQ-spiked caramelized onions. A smear of homemade chipotle aioli adds a kick of heat that ties it all together.

For the perfect side, crispy oven-baked potato wedges seasoned with the same fry spice round out the meal. Whether you’re cooking for two or feeding a crowd, this recipe is sure to become a weeknight favorite.

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Ingredients

1 unit Yellow OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

12 ounce Yukon Gold PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Chipotle PowderView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 tablespoon BBQ SauceView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Fry SeasoningView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground PorkView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 cup Cheddar CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Potato BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Vegetable OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to top position and preheat oven to 425°F. Wash and dry produce. Halve, peel and thinly slice onion; mince a few slices until you have 2 tablespoons (4 tablespoons for 4 servings). Cut potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges. Halve buns. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise with chipotle powder to taste. Season with salt and pepper; set aside.
2. Melt 1 tablespoon butter in a large pan over medium heat. Add sliced onion and season with salt. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and lightly browned, 10-15 minutes. Stir in half the BBQ sauce; cook until warmed through, 1-2 minutes. Transfer to a medium bowl. Wash out pan.
3. Toss potatoes on a baking sheet with a drizzle of oil, half the fry seasoning, salt and pepper. Roast on top rack until browned and tender, 20-25 minutes.
4. In a large bowl, combine pork, minced onion, remaining fry seasoning, salt (½ teaspoon for 2 servings) and pepper. Form into two patties, slightly wider than buns.
5. Heat a drizzle of oil in the same pan over medium-high heat. Add patties and cook until browned and cooked through, 4-7 minutes per side. In the last 1-2 minutes, top each patty with cheddar; cover pan until cheese melts. Remove from pan. Toast buns until golden.
6. Spread bottom buns with remaining BBQ sauce. Spread top buns with chipotle aioli. Fill buns with patties and caramelized onion. Serve with potato wedges on the side.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different type of cheese?

Yes, any good melting cheese like Monterey Jack, provolone or gouda would work well in place of cheddar.

Can I make these burgers ahead of time?

You can form the patties and refrigerate them up to a day in advance. Cook just before serving for best results.

What can I substitute for chipotle powder?

Smoked paprika mixed with a pinch of cayenne pepper can mimic the smoky heat of chipotle powder.