Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- In a medium bowl, combine the ground pork, finely chopped yellow onion, minced garlic, panko breadcrumbs, lightly beaten egg, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried thyme, and cayenne pepper. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.1 pound ground pork, 1/4 cup finely chopped yellow onion, 2 cloves garlic, minced, 1/4 cup panko breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, lightly beaten, 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper, salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Gently mix all the ingredients together with your hands until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the patties tough. Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and shape them into small, flat patties, roughly the size of your slider buns.
- Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. You can add a teaspoon of oil if your skillet isn't non-stick. Cook the pork patties for 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked through and have a nice golden-brown crust. The internal temperature should reach 160°F (71°C).
- While the patties are cooking, whisk together all the sauce ingredients in a small bowl: mayonnaise, yellow mustard, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, hot sauce, and a pinch of sugar. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.1/2 cup mayonnaise, 2 tablespoons yellow mustard, 1 tablespoon ketchup, 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon hot sauce, pinch sugar
- Lightly toast the slider buns if desired. Spread a generous amount of the prepared sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Place a cooked pork patty on top of the sauce-covered bun.8 slider buns or small hoagie rolls
- Top each patty with your favorite optional toppings, such as dill pickle slices, shredded cheddar cheese, or a dollop of coleslaw. Place the top half of the bun on each sandwich.dill pickle slices, shredded cheddar cheese, coleslaw
- Arrange the South Carolina Bird Dog Sandwiches on a platter and serve immediately while they are warm and the flavors are at their peak.
Notes
Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3-4 days. The sauce can be stored separately for up to a week. To reheat, use a skillet over medium heat for the patties or a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for assembled sandwiches.
