Citrus Mojo Pork Burgers with Zesty Mayo and Roasted Potato Wedges

Get your dinner mojo back with these vibrant citrus mojo pork burgers! Inspired by the Caribbean’s beloved citrusy garlic sauce, this recipe infuses ground pork with bright lime and mandarin orange flavors, then tops it with a zesty mayo and tangy pickles. Served on soft potato buns with crispy roasted potato wedges on the side, it’s a meal that guarantees good vibes only.

This recipe is simple enough for a weeknight but impressive enough for guests. The patties are seasoned with fajita spice and citrus, then pan-seared to perfection. A quick citrus mayo adds a creamy, tangy finish. Pair with oven-roasted potato wedges for a complete, satisfying dinner.

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Ingredients

1 unit Sliced Dill PickleView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

12 ounce PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 clove GarlicView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon Fajita Spice BlendView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.25 cup Monterey Jack CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground PorkView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LimeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit Mandarin OrangeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Potato BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon Dijon MustardView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 tablespoon (tbsp) ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

teaspoon (tsp) Black PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 teaspoon (tsp) Cooking OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.5 teaspoon (tsp) SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Wash and cut potatoes into 1/2-inch thick wedges. Toss with 1 teaspoon cooking oil, salt and pepper. Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
2. While potatoes roast, prepare the citrus mojo: Zest and juice the lime. Zest the mandarin orange, then segment the orange (remove peel and pith, cut out segments). Finely chop the garlic.
3. In a large bowl, combine ground pork, half of the lime zest, half of the orange zest, half of the chopped garlic, fajita spice blend, 1/2 teaspoon salt and a pinch of pepper. Mix gently and form into 2 patties, each about 1/2-inch thick.
4. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, remaining lime zest, remaining orange zest, remaining garlic, Dijon mustard and a squeeze of lime juice (about 1 teaspoon). Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
5. Heat 1 teaspoon cooking oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook patties for 4-5 minutes per side, until browned and cooked through (internal temperature 160°F). In the last minute, top each patty with Monterey Jack cheese and cover skillet to melt.
6. Split potato buns and toast them in a toaster or under the broiler until lightly golden. Spread a thin layer of butter on cut sides if desired.
7. Assemble burgers: Spread a generous amount of citrus mayo on the bottom bun. Place a cheesy patty, then top with orange segments and sliced dill pickles. Close with top bun.
8. Serve burgers with roasted potato wedges on the side. Enjoy!

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use ground chicken or turkey instead of pork?

Yes, ground chicken or turkey can be substituted. Cook until internal temperature reaches 165°F.

What can I use instead of potato buns?

Any soft burger buns or rolls will work. Brioche or whole wheat buns are great alternatives.

Can I make the citrus mayo ahead of time?

Absolutely! The citrus mayo can be prepared up to 2 days in advance and stored in the refrigerator.