Pan-Fried Pork Patties
Crispy, golden pork patties ready in about 20 minutes. A simple, satisfying dish for breakfast, a snack, or a quick weeknight meal.
- Total time
- 20 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 350
- Protein
- 22g

Ingredients
- 1 lb ground pork
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 1 large egg
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Instructions
- 1
In a large bowl, combine 1 lb ground pork, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 beaten egg, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/4 tsp black pepper. Mix with your hands until just combined, about 1 minute.
- 2
Shape the mixture into 4 equal patties, about 3/4 inch thick. Press them firmly so they hold together.
- 3
Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering, about 2 minutes.
- 4
Place the patties in the skillet in a single layer. Cook until golden brown and crispy on the bottom, about 4 minutes.
- 5
Flip and cook until the other side is golden and the patties are cooked through (no pink inside), about 4 more minutes. Serve hot.
Tools you’ll need
- Large skillet
- Mixing bowl
- Spatula
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