Smash Burger
A delicious and crispy smash burger recipe that you can easily make at home, featuring juicy beef and customizable toppings.
Ingredients
Burger Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20) Choose ground chuck for optimal juiciness.
- 4 slices cheese (American or cheddar) American cheese melts the best.
- 4 pieces potato buns Brioche buns add a nice touch.
- 1 tablespoon butter For toasting the buns.
- Kosher salt and fresh ground pepper For seasoning the patties.
- Burger sauce or plain mayo For spreading on buns.
- Toppings (lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions) Customize according to preference.
Instructions
Preparation
- Roll the ground beef into balls slightly larger than golf balls.
- Heat a skillet until it's screaming hot.
- Using a sturdy spatula and a piece of parchment paper, flatten each ball into a paper-thin patty.
Cooking
- Cook the patties until you see a golden edge, then flip them only once.
- Add a slice of cheese immediately after flipping and allow it to melt.
Assembling
- Start with the bottom bun, add a little sauce, and place the burger patty on top.
- Add melted cheese, your favorite toppings, and extra sauce if desired.
- Top with the bun, optionally toasted in butter.
- Gently squish the burger to let the juices run, then serve.
Notes
Feel free to get creative with the toppings! You can add bacon or try a homemade sauce for extra flavor.