Ingredients:

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 1 tsp dried rubbed sage
  • 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1/2 tsp coarsely cracked black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/4 tsp onion powder
  • 1/8 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/8 tsp ground cloves

Instructions:

  1. Place a large stainless steel or glass mixing bowl in the freezer for 5 minutes to chill.
  2. In a small ramekin, whisk together the kosher salt, dried rubbed sage, crushed red pepper flakes, cracked black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, cinnamon, and cloves.
  3. Add the cold ground pork to the chilled bowl and sprinkle the seasoning mixture evenly over the meat.
  4. Using your fingertips or a fork, gently fold the spices into the meat until just combined. Do not overmix or knead the meat to avoid a rubbery texture.
  5. Portion the meat into 2-ounce (57g) balls and gently press them into discs approximately 1/2 inch thick.
  6. Heat a cast iron skillet until shimmering hot. Sear the patties without crowding the pan until a mahogany crust forms and the internal temperature reaches the safe minimum for pork.