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Smash Burger Recipe

Mouthwatering Smash Burger Recipe for Epic Summer Nights

This Smash Burger Recipe highlights juicy beef patties with crispy edges, served with a tangy secret sauce.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Higher fat content recommended
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Buns
  • 4 pieces Brioche Buns Can substitute with lettuce leaves for low-carb
For the Cheese
  • 4 slices Cheese (e.g., American or Cheddar) Pepper jack for spice
For the Secret Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Substitute with Greek yogurt for healthier option
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Can substitute with barbecue sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Yellow mustard works well as alternative
  • 1 tablespoon Pickle Juice Omit for milder taste

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet
  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prep Ingredients: Gather all ingredients and preheat grill or skillet over medium-high heat (about 400°F).
  2. Mix Secret Sauce: In a bowl, whisk mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and pickle juice. Adjust seasoning to taste.
  3. Form Patties: Shape beef into loose 2-ounce balls, season with salt and pepper, and avoid compressing too much.
  4. Smash Patties: Place beef balls on hot surface and smash to form ½ inch thick patties, cooking for about 3 minutes.
  5. Add Cheese: Flip patties, place cheese on top, and cook for an additional minute until cheese melts.
  6. Assemble Burgers: Spread secret sauce on toasted buns, stack patties, add toppings, and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Ensure to preheat properly for crispy edges; customize sauce to your liking.

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