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Smash Burger Recipe

Smash Burger Recipe: Juicy Patty Bliss with Spicy Okra Sauce

This Smash Burger Recipe transforms a simple dinner into an extraordinary experience with crispy edges and a juicy center.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 550
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Burger Patties
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) Provides the perfect ratio of fat for juiciness
  • 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt Generously season beef to enhance flavor
  • 1 medium Onion Thinly shaved for caramelization
  • 2 medium Jalapeños Fresh for a delightful heat
For the Cheese and Sauce
  • 4 slices American Cheese Fresh deli slices are best for melting
  • 1 cup Pickled Okra Burger Sauce Tangy mix of mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and pickled okra
For Serving
  • 4 buns Buns Homemade or store-bought, toasted for crunch

Equipment

  • griddle
  • cast-iron skillet
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your griddle or skillet to a temperature of at least 450°F, ideally between 500-600°F for the perfect crust.
  2. Roll the cold 80/20 ground beef into balls, each about 2.5 ounces, and refrigerate until ready to cook.
  3. Place the chilled beef balls onto the hot cooking surface, adding sliced onions and jalapeños on top of each.
  4. Firmly smash each beef ball down into a thin patty and cook for about 60-90 seconds until crispy.
  5. Flip the patties and add a slice of American cheese on top of one patty, cooking for an additional 30 seconds to melt.
  6. Assemble your smash burger by toasting buns, spreading the sauce, layering patties, and topping with the other bun.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 3mg

Notes

For best results, keep ground beef cold before cooking and season generously with salt.

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