In a small bowl, mix together the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, sweet relish, white vinegar, sugar, onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika. Set it aside in the refrigerator to let the flavors meld while you prepare the patties.
2. Make the Krabby Patty Patties:
In a large mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, ground pork, finely chopped onion, finely chopped pickles, bread crumbs, egg, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Mix until all the ingredients are evenly distributed.
3. Form the Patties:
Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into round patties that are slightly larger than your hamburger buns. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent it from puffing up during cooking.
4. Cook the Patties:
Option 1: Stovetop - Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Add a little oil to prevent sticking. Cook the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
Option 2: Grill - Preheat your outdoor grill to medium-high heat. Oil the grates and grill the patties for about 4-5 minutes per side, or until they are cooked to your liking.
5. Toast the Buns:
While the patties are cooking, split the hamburger buns and toast them on the grill or in a toaster until they are lightly browned.
6. Assemble the Krabby Patties:
Spread a generous amount of the Krabby Patty sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Place a lettuce leaf on top of the sauce, followed by a tomato slice, a Krabby Patty, a slice of cheese, sliced onion, and pickles. Optionally, you can add a drizzle of mustard and ketchup on top. Top with the other half of the bun.
7. Serve:
Serve your homemade Krabby Patties immediately with your favorite side dishes, such as French fries or potato chips. Enjoy the taste of Bikini Bottom in your own kitchen!
This recipe serves four and takes approximately 30-40 minutes to prepare, not including any optional side dishes.