Ingredients

2 1/2 pounds ground pork, 1/4 cup maple syrup, 1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage, 1 tablespoon salt, 2 1/2 teaspoons fennel seed, 2 1/2 teaspoons red pepper flakes, 2 1/2 teaspoons garlic powder, 2 1/2 teaspoons onion powder, 1 teaspoon anise seed, 1 tablespoon olive oil

Directions

1. Mix pork, maple syrup, sage, salt, fennel seed, red pepper flakes, garlic powder, onion powder, and anise seed in a large bowl until evenly blended. Shape pork into small patties.

2. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat; fry patties in batches until pork is browned and no longer pink in the center, 4 to 5 minutes per side.