Smoky Gouda Pork Burgers with Sriracha Onion and Potato Wedges

These smoky Gouda pork burgers are anything but ordinary. Juicy pork patties are topped with melted Gouda cheese, spicy caramelized sriracha onions and a zesty lime cream sauce, all nestled in soft potato buns. Served alongside crispy oven-baked potato wedges, this meal is a flavor-packed twist on a classic burger night.

Perfect for a weeknight dinner, this recipe comes together in about 30 minutes and uses simple ingredients to create something truly special. The combination of smoky paprika, tangy lime and spicy sriracha will have everyone coming back for seconds.

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Ingredients

1 unit Yellow OnionView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 unit LimeView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 clove GarlicView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 unit Potato BunsView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

12 ounce Yukon Gold PotatoesView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon Smoked PaprikaView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

1 teaspoon SrirachaView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

10 ounce Ground PorkView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 slice Gouda CheeseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon MayonnaiseView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon Sour CreamView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

4 teaspoon Olive OilView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

2 tablespoon ButterView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

0.75 teaspoon SugarView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

SaltView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

PepperView ingredient guideLike ingredientDislike ingredient

Instructions

1. Adjust rack to middle position and preheat oven to 450°F. Wash and dry all produce. Halve, peel and thinly slice onion. Mince a few slices until you have 2 tablespoons. Zest ½ teaspoon zest from lime, then cut into quarters. Grate 1 clove garlic. Split buns in half. Cut potatoes into ½-inch-thick wedges.
2. Toss potatoes on a baking sheet with a large drizzle of olive oil, half the smoked paprika and a large pinch of salt and pepper. Roast until tender and browned, about 20 minutes.
3. Meanwhile, melt 2 tablespoons butter in a medium pan over medium heat. Add sliced onion, ¼ teaspoon sugar and a pinch of salt. Cook, tossing occasionally, until softened and beginning to brown, 10-15 minutes. (Tip: Lower heat and add a splash of water if onion starts to burn.) Stir in sriracha (to taste) and a squeeze of lime juice. Remove pan from heat.
4. While sliced onion cooks, in a large bowl, mix pork, minced onion, half the grated garlic, remaining smoked paprika, ½ teaspoon sugar and a few big pinches of salt. Shape into two patties slightly wider than the buns. Heat a large drizzle of olive oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add patties and cook 7 minutes on one side. Flip and cook 4 minutes more, then top each with a slice of Gouda. Cook until patties reach desired doneness.
5. Remove patties from pan and set aside. Add buns cut sides down to same pan over medium heat. (Tip: Work in batches if not all will fit.) Toast until golden, about 1 minute. In a small bowl, mix lime zest, a squeeze of lime juice, mayonnaise, sour cream and a pinch of remaining garlic (use more to taste). Season with salt and pepper.
6. Spread as much sauce as you like onto bottom halves of buns, then fill buns with patties and sriracha onion. Divide burgers and potatoes between plates. Serve with any remaining sauce on the side for dipping.

Recipe Tips

FAQ

Can I use a different cheese instead of Gouda?

Yes, you can substitute Gouda with provolone, mozzarella or another melty cheese, but the smoky flavor will be different.

Can I make these burgers ahead of time?

You can prepare the patties and caramelized onions in advance. Store them separately in the fridge and cook the patties just before serving.

What can I serve instead of potato wedges?

Sweet potato fries, a side salad or coleslaw would all be great alternatives.