Sinfully Delicious Homemade Smash Burgers
Prep: 15 minutes
Cook: 45 minutes
Yields: 4 servings
Today, dear hungry friends, we embark on a culinary adventure into the realm of the legendary homemade smash burger!
Imagine towering buns enveloping delectable smashed beef patties, adorned with a symphony of melted cheese and crisp onions. Brace yourself for a taste sensation that will leave your taste buds begging for more!
Let’s dive right into the meaty goodness. We’ll start with ground beef, a blend of at least 20% fat, ensuring a juicy and flavorful patty. Divide it into equal portions, roll them into balls, and keep them refrigerated until ready to cook.
Next, we’ll prepare a special sauce to complement our masterpiece. In a small bowl, combine tangy ketchup, creamy mayonnaise, sweet pickle relish, a hint of vinegar, sugar, and garlic. Season it with salt and pepper to your taste, cover it, and set it aside to harmonize.
Now, let the skillet heat up over medium-high. Grab a trusty skillet&hvadid=719737736360&hvdev=c&hvexpln=67&hvlocphy=9014016&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=4304362975742278753–&hvqmt=e&hvrand=4304362975742278753&hvtargid=kwd-332465824708&hydadcr=28544_14555830&linkCode=ll2&tag=recipe-aisle-20&linkId=1efe785d11207b6cec7af25b776bd528&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tl’>cast iron skillet or nonstick pan and let it sizzle. Once it’s screaming hot, add two beef balls and smash them down with the bottom of a small saucepan or your spatula. Hold them in place, letting them sear for a minute, and season them with salt and pepper. Flip them over and cook until a beautiful crust forms.
As your patties approach perfection, place a slice of your favorite cheese on top and let it melt. Move the patties aside and place your buttery buns, butter side down, in the skillet. Toast them to a golden brown.
Finally, after about 5 minutes of cooking, your smash burgers will be ready to savor. An instant-read thermometer should register at least 160 degrees Fahrenheit, ensuring a safe and juicy bite.
Slide the patties onto the toasted buns. Spread some of that special sauce on the top buns and lay those crispy onions on the patties. Place the top buns on and relish the moment.
Don’t be shy about customizing your creation with pickles, lettuce, or even a slice of crispy bacon. The options are endless!
So, my hungry friends, gather your ingredients and prepare for a smash burger experience that will rock your taste buds!
Printable Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (20% fat)
- 4 burger buns
- 4 slices cheese
- 1/4 cup ketchup
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 tablespoon butter
- 1/2 cup crispy onions
Instructions
- 1. Divide ground beef into equal portions and roll them into balls. Keep them refrigerated until ready to cook.
- 2. In a small bowl, combine ketchup, mayonnaise, pickle relish, vinegar, sugar, garlic, salt, and pepper to make the special sauce. Cover and set aside.
- 3. Heat a cast iron or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
- 4. Once the skillet is hot, add two beef balls and smash them down with the bottom of a small saucepan or spatula. Season with salt and pepper.
- 5. Flip the patties and cook until a crust forms. Place a slice of cheese on top of each patty and let it melt.
- 6. Move the patties aside and place buttered buns, butter side down, in the skillet to toast until golden brown.
- 7. Once cooked, slide the patties onto the toasted buns, spread the special sauce on the top buns, and add crispy onions.
- 8. Top with additional toppings like pickles, lettuce, or bacon as desired.
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