Ultimate Smash Burger Recipe for Delicious Home Dining
This smash burger recipe delivers irresistible taste and quick preparation for a satisfying meal at home.
Equipment
- Griddle
- Spatula
- - Knife
- - Cutting board
Ingredients
For the Patties
- 1 pound Ground Beef Chuck (15-20% fat)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Pepper
- 1 teaspoon Onion Powder
For the Buns
- 4 pieces Hamburger Buns
For the Toppings
- 4 slices American Cheese
- 1 cup Shaved Lettuce
- 1 medium Tomato sliced
- 4 slices Dill Pickles
- 1 small Shaved Red Onion
- 1 tablespoon Ketchup
- 1 tablespoon Mustard
Instructions
Preparation
- Start by shredding the lettuce, slicing the tomato and red onion thinly, and getting the cheese and buns ready for assembly.
- Gently divide the ground chuck into 8 equal mounds.
- Preheat your griddle to medium-high heat.
- Place the open hamburger buns on the griddle for about 1 minute, until they are lightly toasted.
- Place the beef mounds on the hot griddle, then press down firmly with a spatula until they’re thin and about the size of the buns.
- After 2 minutes, check that the patties release easily before flipping them over.
- Top each patty with a slice of cheese and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Stack two crispy patties on each toasted bun, and layer on your choice of toppings.
- Enjoy your smash burgers immediately while they’re hot and crisp.
Notes
Serve with crispy French fries or a fresh side salad for a complete meal.