American Classic Smash Burgers

Name: American Classic Smash Burgers
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs halal ground beef (80/20 blend); 4 slices American cheese; 4 soft brioche buns, toasted; 1/2 yellow onion, finely diced; 8-12 slices dill pickles; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp ketchup; 1 tsp yellow mustard; 1 tsp pickle juice

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Master the diner-style favorite with these American Classic Smash Burgers. The secret is high-quality halal ground beef (80/20 blend for optimal juiciness) formed loosely into balls, then smashed flat and thin on a screaming hot cast iron griddle or skillet. This creates an unbeatable caramelized, crispy crust (the 'lace') that locks in flavor. Topped with a slice of melty American cheese, tangy pickles, diced onions, and special sauce on a soft, toasted brioche bun, this burger is the epitome of American fast-food perfected at home. Quick to make and impossibly satisfying, it's the ultimate crowd-pleaser for game day, cookouts, or a simple weeknight treat. Serve with a side of crispy fries or onion rings for the full experience.

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Two juicy smash burgers with cheese, pickles, and sauce on brioche buns

Prep Time15 min

Cook Time10 min

Servings4 burgers

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

Cast iron griddle or heavy skilletBurger smasher or sturdy spatula

Instructions

1
Divide beef into 4 loose balls (about 6 oz each). Do not overwork. Keep cold until ready to cook.
2
Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, and pickle juice to make the special sauce. Set aside.
3
Heat a cast iron griddle or skillet over very high heat until smoking hot. Lightly oil.
4
Place a ball of beef on the griddle. Immediately smash it flat and thin using a smasher or spatula with a piece of parchment paper. Season generously with salt and pepper. Cook for 1.5-2 minutes until super crispy.
5
Flip the patty, top with a slice of cheese, and cook for another 45-60 seconds. Repeat with remaining patties.
6
Assemble burgers: spread sauce on toasted buns, add the cheesy patty, and top with diced onion and pickles.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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