Smash Burgers
Thin, crispy-edged patties on a toasted bun with a tangy house sauce. The key is a screaming hot griddle and committing to the smash.
Ingredients
- Ground beef (85/15)1.5 lbs
- American cheese4 slices
- Potato buns4
- Butter2 tbsp
- Mayo⅓ cup
- Ketchup2 tbsp
- Worcestershire1 tsp
- Yellow onion1 small
- Pickles½ cup
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Steps
- 01
Make the sauce
Mix mayo, ketchup, Worcestershire, finely diced onion, and chopped pickles. Season with salt and pepper. Refrigerate until ready.
Make this first so the onion can mellow
- 02
Portion the beef
Divide beef into 6 equal balls (about 4oz each). Don't overwork. Place on parchment and refrigerate until cooking.
Cold beef smashes better
- 03
Toast the buns
Butter cut sides and toast on the griddle until deep golden. Set aside.
- 04
Smash and sear
Screaming hot cast iron or griddle. No oil. Place a ball, lay parchment on top, smash hard with a spatula until very thin. Season aggressively. Cook 2 minutes without moving.
The crust is everything — don't be shy
- 05
Flip and cheese
Flip once when a deep crust has formed. Lay cheese immediately. Cover with a dome (or inverted bowl) for 30 seconds. Remove and assemble.
- 06
Build and serve
Sauce on both buns, patty, extra pickles, whatever you like. Serve immediately.
Smash burgers don't wait