Krabby Patty from SpongeBob
A juicy burger with a homemade crab patty, fresh veggies and a signature sauce — the top hit of the Krusty Krab.
The Krabby Patty is the legendary dish of SpongeBob, the recipe Plankton schemes endlessly to steal. Here is an appetizing version with a real crab patty, crisp vegetables and a creamy sauce. The result is a juicy seafood burger worthy of your own Krusty Krab.
🧺 Ingredients
🍽 4 servings👩🍳 Method
- 1
Make the mince
Blend the crab meat and fish fillet into a smooth mince.
- 2
Shape patties
Add the egg, breadcrumbs, salt and pepper, mix and shape 4 flat patties.
- 3
Fry
Fry the patties in hot oil for 3–4 minutes per side until golden.
- 4
Melt cheddar
A minute before they are done, top each patty with a slice of cheddar to melt.
- 5
Signature sauce
Mix mayonnaise, ketchup and mustard — this is the signature burger sauce.
- 6
Toast the buns
Toast the cut buns on a dry pan until lightly golden.
- 7
Lettuce & tomato
Spread sauce on both halves, add lettuce and a tomato slice.
- 8
Assemble
Add the cheesy crab patty, cover with the top bun and serve immediately.
💡 Tips
- 💡
Don't press the patty with a spatula while it cooks — that squeezes out the juices.
- 💡
Toast the cut sides of the bun in the pan so it doesn't go soggy from the sauces.
🔄 Swaps & variations
- 🔄
Add a cheese slice and a dash of hot sauce for a 'deluxe' version of the burger.
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❓ Frequently asked questions
What is a Krabby Patty in SpongeBob?
The Krabby Patty is the signature burger of the Krusty Krab, flipped by SpongeBob. Its secret formula is the show's running mystery, guarded by Mr. Krabs like treasure.
What's in the 'secret formula'?
It's never officially revealed. Our version is a juicy beef patty with classic fixings; we put the 'secret' into the spices and a good bun.
Can I make a vegetarian Krabby Patty?
Yes — fittingly, the show even has a meatless Krabby Patty. Swap the patty for a veggie or chickpea one and keep the rest.