Description
Crispy Smash Burgers deliver a delightful crunch and juicy flavor, making them the perfect centerpiece for your next gathering. Easy to customize, they are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 4 brioche buns
- 4 slices American or cheddar cheese
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp pepper
- Ketchup and mustard (to taste)
- Optional: sautéed onions, lettuce
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat until very hot.
- Form the ground beef into four six-ounce balls without compacting too tightly.
- Place the beef balls on the grill or skillet; use a heavy spatula to smash them down firmly.
- Cook for about 3 minutes until browned, then flip and immediately add cheese on top.
- Toast the brioche buns face-down in the skillet until golden brown (about 2-3 minutes).
- Assemble your burger with condiments and optional toppings.
Notes
- Experiment with toppings like avocado slices or spicy mayo to personalize your burger.
- Ensure your meat is cold before cooking for optimal juiciness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling/Skillet
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (200g)
- Calories: 530
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 865mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 90mg