Jul 14 2026

Marta Burger Recipe

Time1h
Serves2

A juicy beef patty with house-made pickles and fries.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

House-Made Pickles

Fries

Method

Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef Patty

    In a large bowl, mix together the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder until well combined.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, about 3/4 inch thick.

  3. 3

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side or until they reach your desired level of doneness.

  4. 4

    Toast the Buns

    During the last minute of cooking, place the burger buns on the grill or skillet to toast lightly.

House-Made Pickles

  1. 5

    Prepare the Pickling Solution

    In a saucepan, combine the white vinegar, water, sugar, salt, and dill. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar and salt dissolve.

  2. 6

    Prepare the Cucumbers

    Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a clean jar.

  3. 7

    Pickle the Cucumbers

    Pour the hot pickling solution over the cucumbers in the jar, ensuring they are fully submerged. Add the garlic cloves. Let cool to room temperature, then refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Fries

  1. 8

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Peel the potatoes and cut them into thin strips to resemble fries.

  2. 9

    Season the Fries

    In a large bowl, toss the cut potatoes with olive oil, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.

  3. 10

    Bake the Fries

    Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Spread the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden.

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