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Robi's Bacon Burger with Crispy Potato Patty 🍔

Home is where the burger is.

Snacks, Sandwiches & Desserts 🍰đŸ„Ș

From our kitchen to yours – the sandwich that disappeared in seconds. 🍔

 
We love sandwiches.

Whether it's hot or cold, there's not a day when we don't have a creative combination on the table.
We work, we rush, we save money - we often don't have the time or opportunity to sit down somewhere for a good burger. But that doesn't mean we have to give it up. 😊
 
That's why we made it our goal to make sandwiches at home that are substantial, filling, and, if possible, hot. This is just one of those pieces - one of our latest favorites, which I'm happy to show you.
 
My partner is a big fan of fried ham and fries.
That's why the idea came: what if we combined these two in a homemade burger?
Not with traditional fries, of course, but with something special: tócsni. We learned this Hungarian potato pancake from a friend and knew from the first bite that it would be a frequent guest at our place. Crispy on the outside, soft on the inside – every bite is a joy!
 
So, the idea was born:
A patty-cheese-bacon burger, made at home, quickly, with love.
 
It didn't take long, about 25-30 minutes to make, and before I could blink twice, the first piece was gone.
My partner and family fell in love with it immediately, and since then, we've been making it at least once a week. We usually make it on weekends when there’s no rush. That’s when we sit down for a proper breakfast together – it’s freshly made and gone in minutes. Robert always asks for an extra scoop of the sauce, and he says it’s even better than what you get at fast food places. 😄
 

A little kitchen mishap – and what I learned from it

 
I messed up a bit with the first version.
I made the patty too thick, and it stuck out of the bun so much that the whole sandwich was completely out of proportion.
Let's just say it didn't really hold together - it fell apart more than it was a bite-sized burger. 😅
But it also taught me the importance of balance: thinner patty, less sauce, and it fits perfectly in your hand.
 
Feeling hungry? 😋
 
Ready to make this burger for the whole family or just treat yourself to something amazing?
If the answer is yes, let’s jump right in!
 

📝 Ingredients

 
Ingredients for bacon burgers on a wooden tray, including lettuce, tomatoes, onions, pickles, burger buns, cheese slices, bacon, a peeled potato, egg, and flour.
 
For the burgers:

- 2 burger buns

- 6 slices of ham

- 2 small vine tomatoes

- 1 leaf of head lettuce

- 4 slices of processed cheese

For the sauce:

- œ onion, finely chopped

- 1 large pickled cucumber, finely chopped

- 1œ tablespoons ketchup

- 1œ tablespoons mayonnaise

- œ tablespoon mustard

- Salt and pepper, to taste

For the potato patties (tĂłcsni):

- 1 large potato, grated

- 1 small egg

- 1œ tablespoons flour

- Salt and pepper, to taste

For toasting the buns:

- A small knob of butter for each bun half (salted or unsalted)

For frying the potato patties:

- 1–2 tablespoons olive oil

- A small knob of butter (about 1 teaspoon)

đŸ‘©â€đŸł Instructions

Prep the veggies:

- Dice the onion and pickled cucumber into small cubes. Slice the vine tomatoes into thin rounds, and cut the lettuce leaf into thin strips. Set everything aside.

Make the potato patty mix:

- Peel and grate the potato into a bowl. Add the egg, season with salt and pepper, then stir in 1œ tablespoons of flour. Mix well until fully combined. Set the mixture aside to rest while you prep the sauce.

Prepare the burger sauce:

- In a small bowl or jar (anything that works), combine the chopped onion, chopped pickle, mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard. Season with salt and pepper to taste, then mix until smooth and creamy. Chill if you have time – it gets even better.

Toast the buns:

- Slice the burger buns in half. In a pan over medium heat, melt a small knob of butter and toast each bun half cut-side down until golden and slightly crispy. Remove and set aside.

Fry the potato patties:

- In the same pan, heat a little olive oil. Use a tablespoon to scoop a portion of the potato mixture into the pan and flatten it gently with the back of the spoon – you want it nice and thin so it cooks evenly. Fry over medium heat for about 5 minutes per side, until golden brown and crispy. Repeat until all the mixture is used – you should get about 4 patties from one potato.

Sear the ham slices:

- In a clean pan (or the same one wiped clean), quickly sear the ham slices over medium-high heat without adding any extra fat. Just enough to give them some color and crisp edges.

Assemble the burgers:

- Start with a layer of shredded lettuce on the bottom bun. Add a spoonful of sauce on top, then place 2 crispy potato patties per burger. Add a bit more sauce, then pile on 3 slices of seared ham. Top with sliced tomato rounds, and use up any remaining sauce over both burgers. Cap with the top bun, and
 you’re done! 😄

 

đŸœïž What to Serve It With

đŸ„’ A few crunchy pickles on the side – always a win

🧄 A cool sour cream & garlic dip for extra indulgence

đŸ„— A light green salad to balance the richness

đŸ„€ Or just a fizzy drink or iced tea to keep things casual

🔄 Pro Tips & Variations

đŸ„” Make the potato patty thinner for a better bun-to-filling ratio

🧀 Use smoked cheese or spicy cheddar for a bolder bite

đŸŒ¶ïž Add a few jalapeño slices or chili flakes for some kick

🍳 Swap ham with a fried egg for a breakfast-style twist

đŸ„Ź No lettuce? Try arugula or spinach for extra green goodness

đŸ“ș Watch the recipe here 👇

 

 

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Commented by Aranka on Jun 29, 2025
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Thank you, that’s so lovely to hear! đŸ„° I’m happy the intro and the look of it caught your eye. It’s packed with flavor – I really hope you’ll love it once you try it! 😊

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