Jul 14 2026
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Mississippi Slug Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Lady May
Time1h
Serves4

Served with yellow mustard, pickles, and shoestring fries.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Toppings

Shoestring Fries

Method

Burger Patty

  1. 1

    Prepare the Burger Mixture

    In a large bowl, combine ground beef, breadcrumbs, finely chopped onion, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and water. Mix until all ingredients are well incorporated.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape each portion into a patty, ensuring they are slightly larger than the burger buns.

  3. 3

    Cook the Patties

    Preheat a grill or skillet over medium heat. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach an internal temperature of 160°F (71°C).

Toppings

  1. 4

    Assemble the Burger

    Once the patties are cooked, place each patty on a burger bun. Add a tablespoon of yellow mustard and top with sliced pickles.

Shoestring Fries

  1. 5

    Prepare the Potatoes

    Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for about 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat them dry with paper towels.

  2. 6

    Fry the Potatoes

    In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Carefully add the shoestring potatoes in batches, frying them until golden brown and crispy, about 3-4 minutes. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.

  3. 7

    Season the Fries

    While the fries are still hot, sprinkle with salt to taste.

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