Description
Irresistible smash burgers bring classic American grilling magic straight to home kitchens with crispy caramelized edges and juicy beef centers. Meat lovers will savor each perfectly seasoned, thin patty that promises maximum flavor in minimal preparation time.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground beef (80% lean / 20% fat)
- 4 toasted hamburger buns, split
- 4 slices of sharp cheddar cheese (optional)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon flavored seasoning salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic seasoning
Cooking and Optional Toppings:
- 1 tablespoon neutral oil, such as canola
- Optional toppings: sliced pickles, thinly sliced red onion, tomato slices, and fresh lettuce
Instructions
- Combine kosher salt, seasoned salt, black pepper, and garlic powder in a small mixing bowl to create a robust seasoning blend.
- Gently form ground beef (80/20 lean to fat ratio) into loose 4-ounce (113 grams) balls without overworking the meat, ensuring a tender texture.
- Generously sprinkle the prepared seasoning mixture over each beef ball, coating evenly to enhance flavor penetration.
- Preheat a cast iron skillet over medium-high heat for approximately 3-4 minutes to achieve optimal surface temperature.
- Drizzle of vegetable or canola oil across the skillet, creating a thin, even coating.
- Carefully place beef balls onto the hot skillet, immediately pressing down with a sturdy spatula to transform them into thin, crispy 4-inch (10-centimeter) patties.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges turn golden brown and crisp, allowing a delectable crust to develop.
- Swiftly flip the patties and immediately top with a slice of american or cheddar cheese, continuing to cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
- Transfer the melted cheese-topped patties onto lightly toasted hamburger buns.
- Garnish with preferred condiments such as lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, or mustard to complete the smash burger experience.
Notes
- Seasoning blend can be mixed ahead and stored in an airtight container for quick future use.
- Ensure ground beef is cold when forming balls to help maintain shape during cooking.
- Cast iron skillet provides perfect sear and develops delicious crispy edges on burger patties.
- Use high-fat ground beef (80/20) for juiciest and most flavorful smash burger results.
- Toasting buns directly on skillet adds extra crunch and enhances overall burger texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 550 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 35g
- Cholesterol: 90mg