Kenji’s Tips for the Best Burgers You’ve Ever Had | J. Kenji López-Alt | Cooking 101 | NYT Cooking
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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.
Ingredients
- ●ground beef
- ●burger buns
- ●cheese
- ●pickles
- ●onions
- ●mustard
- ●ketchup
Instructions
- 1Preheat the grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2Form ground beef into loose balls, do not compact.
- 3Place the balls on the hot surface and smash them down with a spatula.
- 4Cook for 2-3 minutes until a crust forms, then flip the patties.
- 5Add cheese on top of the patties and cover to melt.
- 6Toast the burger buns on the grill or in a separate pan.
Ingredient Alternatives
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.
Techniques
Equipment
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Ingredients
- ●1 lb ground beef
- ●1 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●4 hamburger buns
- ●4 slices cheddar cheese
- ●1 cup lettuce, shredded
- ●1 tomato, sliced
- ●1/2 cup pickles
- ●1/4 cup ketchup
- ●1/4 cup mustard
Instructions
- 1Preheat a grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 2In a bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined.
- 3Divide the beef mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into patties.
- 4Place the patties on the grill or skillet and cook for about 4-5 minutes on one side.
- 5Flip the patties and place a slice of cheddar cheese on each one. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the burgers are cooked to your desired doneness.
- 6While the burgers are cooking, toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 7Assemble the burgers by placing a cooked patty on the bottom half of each bun.
- 8Top each patty with shredded lettuce, a slice of tomato, pickles, ketchup, and mustard.
- 9Place the top half of the bun on each burger and serve immediately.
Equipment
Ingredients
- ●1 lb ground beef
- ●1/2 cup breadcrumbs
- ●1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- ●1 egg
- ●1 tsp garlic powder
- ●1 tsp onion powder
- ●1/2 tsp salt
- ●1/2 tsp black pepper
- ●4 hamburger buns
- ●4 slices cheddar cheese
- ●Lettuce leaves
- ●Tomato slices
- ●Pickles
- ●Ketchup
- ●Mustard
Instructions
- 1In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, egg, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
- 2Mix the ingredients until well combined, but do not overwork the meat.
- 3Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and shape them into thick patties.
- 4Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.
- 5Cook the patties for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired doneness.
- 6During the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty to melt.
- 7Toast the hamburger buns on the grill or in a toaster until golden brown.
- 8Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on the bottom half of each bun.
- 9Top with lettuce, tomato slices, pickles, ketchup, and mustard as desired.
- 10Cover with the top half of the bun and serve immediately.
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