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Ultimate Smash Burger

A juicy, crispy-edged burger that's quick to prepare and perfect for family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground beef Use high-fat ground beef (80/20) for maximum flavor.
  • 4 pieces Burger buns Toast the buns for better texture.
  • 1 cup Secret sauce Feel free to experiment with different sauces.
  • 4 slices Cheese (optional) Add cheese after flipping the burger.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Season the beef before cooking.
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper Season to taste.
  • 4 leaves Lettuce Fresh and crunchy topping.
  • 1 medium Tomato Sliced for topping.
  • 1/2 cup Pickles (optional) Add for tanginess.

Method
 

Cooking
  1. Preheat a skillet or griddle over high heat.
  2. Form the ground beef into balls.
  3. Place a ball on the hot surface and smash it down with a spatula.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side, then flip and add cheese if desired.
  6. Toast the burger buns on the grill.
  7. Assemble the burger with secret sauce, lettuce, tomato, and pickles.
  8. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Pro Tip: Let the beef rest for a couple of minutes before serving. Store cooked burgers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the skillet to retain juiciness.