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Smash Burger

Cultural Context

The Smash Burger is a popular American fast-food item known for its crispy edges and juicy interior. Originating from the classic diner culture, it has gained popularity for its simplicity and flavor. The technique of smashing the patty onto the cooking surface allows for better caramelization, enhancing the overall taste. This dish is often enjoyed at backyard barbecues, casual gatherings, and as a quick meal option.

AmericanUSmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb ground beef
4 burger buns
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sour cream
3 tablespoons ketchup
1 tablespoon mustard
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 onion, sliced
1 cup lettuce, shredded
4 cheese slices
1/2 cup pickles

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: ground pork

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

burger buns

🥗Healthier: whole grain buns

💰Cheaper: white bread

Whole grain buns offer more fiber, while white bread can be a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Start with the best ground beef and form into rounds, each patty should be between 2 to 3 oz.

2

Place patties between two pieces of parchment paper and press down with hand.

3

Use a meat mallet to hammer the patties a little bit.

4

Refrigerate the patties.

5

Prepare the burger sauce by mixing half a cup of mayonnaise, 1/4 cup of sour cream, 2 tablespoons of ketchup, 1 tablespoon of mustard, and black pepper.

6

Thinly slice an onion, prepare lettuce, cheese slices, and pickles, and have the buns ready.

7

Season one side of the patties with salt and black pepper.

8

Place the patties on a super hot grill and season the other side.

9

Cook for about 1 to 2 minutes.

10

Toast the buns for a little bit.

11

Flip the patties, add a slice of cheese, some onion, lettuce, pickles, and burger sauce.

12

Place the burger on top and add more sauce.

Cooking Techniques

grillingsmashing

Equipment Needed

grillmeat malletparchment paper

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Smashed BurgerSmash Patty

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