Gourmet Smashed Beef Burgers

Name: Gourmet Smashed Beef Burgers
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: 4 burgers
Cuisine: Deutsch
Ingredients: 1.5 lbs 80/20 ground beef, divided into 4 balls; 4 slices American cheese; 4 brioche burger buns, toasted; 1/2 cup mayonnaise; 2 tbsp ketchup; 1 tbsp pickle relish; 4 leaves green leaf lettuce; 1 tomato, sliced; Salt and pepper to taste

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Create the ultimate restaurant-style burger at home with these Gourmet Smashed Beef Burgers, a trend dominating social media and home kitchens. High-quality ground beef is formed into balls, then smashed thinly on a scorching hot griddle, creating an irresistible caramelized, crispy crust. Topped with melty American cheese, crisp lettuce, tomato, pickles, red onion, and a signature tangy burger sauce on a soft, toasted brioche bun, every bite is a perfect balance of textures and flavors. This recipe demystifies the smash burger technique, delivering a fast-food favorite that's far superior in taste and quality, perfect for weekend cookouts or a fun family dinner.

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Two juicy smashed beef burgers with melted cheese and toppings on brioche buns

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time10 min

Servings4 burgers

Equipment

Cast iron griddle or heavy skilletBurger spatulaMixing bowl

Instructions

1
Heat a flat griddle or cast-iron skillet over very high heat.
2
Place a beef ball on the hot surface and immediately smash it flat and thin with a heavy spatula. Season generously with salt and pepper.
3
Cook for about 2 minutes until deeply browned and crispy. Flip, top with cheese, and cook for another minute.
4
Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, and pickle relish to make the special sauce.
5
Assemble burgers on toasted buns with sauce, lettuce, tomato, and the cheesy patty.

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RECIPE BY

Leckere Rezepte

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