Description
Savor the ultimate crispy smash burgers: juicy beef patties with a crunchy exterior, topped with fresh ingredients for a mouthwatering experience.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 4 burger buns
- 1 cup fresh lettuce, chopped
- 1 large tomato, sliced
- 8 pickle slices
- 4 tbsp ketchup
- 4 tbsp mustard
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: Chop lettuce, slice tomatoes, and set out condiments.
- Shape patties: Form four 4-ounce balls of ground beef without packing tightly.
- Heat your skillet or grill over high heat until very hot.
- Sear patties: Place balls on the hot surface and smash down with a spatula until thin. Season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 3 minutes.
- Add cheese: Once juices bubble up, place cheese on each patty and cover briefly to melt.
- Assemble: Layer patties on toasted buns with lettuce, tomatoes, pickles, ketchup, and mustard. Serve immediately while warm.
Notes
- For extra flavor, consider adding grilled onions or spicy aioli as toppings.
- Use plant-based meat alternatives if preferred for a vegetarian option.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 80mg