Best Smash Burger
Juicy and flavorful smash burgers with a delicious sauce that make them perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Burger Ingredients
- 12 oz 12 oz (340g) ground beef (80/20) Use high-fat content for juiciness.
- Salt to taste Salt, to taste
- 1 tbsp Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
- Brioche buns Brioche buns
- 2 slices 2 slices cheddar cheese
- Pickles
- Lettuce, thinly sliced
- Onion, thinly sliced
- Tomato slices
Sauce Ingredients
- 1/2 cup 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1/4 cup 1/4 cup sour cream
- 1-2 tbsp 1-2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tbsp 1 tablespoon mustard
Instructions
Preparation
- Divide the ground meat into 3 oz (85g) portions. Roll each portion into balls.
- Place each ball between 2 pieces of parchment paper. Use the flat side of a mallet to flatten them into thin rounds.
- Make the sauce: Combine all of the sauce ingredients together and mix well. Refrigerate until ready to use.
Cooking
- Heat a cast iron skillet or a griddle over medium-high heat.
- Season one side of the meat with salt and black pepper. Place the seasoned side down onto the hot pan and season the other side with salt and pepper.
- Cook for 1-2 minutes and flip. Cook for another 30 seconds to a minute. Top one of the burger patties with cheese, then place the other patty on top and remove from the pan.
Assembly
- Toast the buns on the grill for about 30 seconds and transfer to a plate.
- Place a spoonful of sauce on the bottom bun, then top with lettuce, tomato, and onion.
- Add the double patties on top, place pickles over the patties, add more sauce, and then top with the bun. Serve and enjoy!
Notes
For best results, use high-fat ground beef and don't be afraid to press down firmly while smashing the beef. Let the patties rest for a minute after cooking to keep them juicy. Experiment with sauce ingredients for different flavors.