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Mississippi Slugburger

Cultural Context

The Mississippi Slugburger originated during the Great Depression as a way to stretch meat supplies. It became a regional specialty in Mississippi, where it is often served at fairs and local diners. The dish reflects the resourcefulness of the time, using inexpensive ingredients to create a filling meal. Today, it remains a beloved comfort food in the region, often enjoyed at casual gatherings and barbecues.

AmericanUSmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 pound ground beef
1 cup bread crumbs
salt
mustard
pickles
burger buns

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

Ground turkey is lower in fat, while ground pork is often cheaper.

bread crumbs

🥗Healthier: whole wheat bread crumbs

💰Cheaper: crushed crackers

Whole wheat is more nutritious, while crushed crackers can be a budget-friendly substitute.

1

Take about 1 pound of ground beef and place it in a mixing bowl.

2

Add about 1 cup of bread crumbs to the ground beef.

3

Sprinkle in some salt.

4

Mix the ingredients together until well combined.

5

Form the mixture into patties.

6

Heat a flat top grill or frying pan over medium-high heat.

7

Place the patties on the grill and gently smash them to ensure they cook evenly.

8

Cook the patties until browned, allowing the rendered fat to soak into the bread crumbs.

9

Prepare the burger buns by adding mustard and pickles to them.

10

Once the patties are cooked, place them on the prepared buns with the mustard and pickles.

Cooking Techniques

mixingfrying

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlflat top grill or frying pan

Spice Level:

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Allergens

gluten

Also Known As

Slugburger

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