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Irresistible Smash Burger Recipe

Irresistible Smash Burger Recipe for Epic Summer Flavor

Discover the irresistible smash burger recipe that’s perfect for summer cookouts, featuring crispy edges and juicy centers.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400

Ingredients
  

For the Patty
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) Choose beef with higher fat content for juiciness
  • 1 teaspoon Salt To taste
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper To taste
For the Sauce
  • ½ cup Mayonnaise Or Greek yogurt for a lighter alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Ketchup Or barbecue sauce as a smoky substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard Or yellow mustard for milder flavor
  • 1 tablespoon Pickle Juice Adjust to taste or swap with vinegar
For Assembly
  • 4 pieces Brioche Buns Or whole wheat/gluten-free versions
  • 4 slices Cheese (American or Cheddar) Pepper jack for a spicy twist
  • 1 cup Lettuce Fresh toppings
  • 1 cup Tomatoes Fresh toppings
  • ½ cup Pickles Fresh toppings

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Skillet
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Start by gathering all your ingredients for the Irresistible Smash Burger Recipe. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat for about 5 minutes until it’s hot and ready.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and pickle juice until smooth and creamy.
  3. Take your ground beef and portion it into 2-ounce loose balls. Season each ball generously with salt and pepper.
  4. Place the beef balls onto the hot surface and press down firmly on each ball to flatten it out, creating a patty about ¾ inch thick. Cook the patties for about 3 minutes until the edges turn crispy and browned.
  5. Carefully flip the patties over and immediately place a slice of cheese on top of each patty, cooking for an additional minute.
  6. Spread a generous amount of your prepared secret sauce on the bottom half of the toasted brioche buns. Stack the cheesy patties on top, then add fresh layers of lettuce, tomato slices, and pickles before placing the top bun on. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Experiment with different proteins or cheeses and prepare the secret sauce in advance for enhanced flavor.

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