Description
Smashburgers are a delicious twist on traditional burgers, celebrated for their crispy edges and juicy centers. This easy recipe allows you to recreate the mouthwatering experience of a smashburger right in your kitchen. With just a few high-quality ingredients and straightforward steps, you can impress friends and family at your next gathering or cookout. Picture sizzling patties hitting the grill, melting cheese cascading over the top, and your favorite toppings ready to elevate each bite. Whether it’s a casual backyard barbecue or a cozy dinner at home, these smashburgers promise flavor-packed satisfaction.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 meat-to-fat ratio)
- Salt (to taste)
- 4 soft hamburger buns
- 4 slices of American cheese
- Lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, and any favorite sauces for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or stovetop griddle over medium-high heat.
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions (approximately 4 ounces each) and form them into loose balls.
- Season the beef balls with salt before placing them on the grill.
- Smash each ball down firmly with a spatula until flattened (about half an inch thick). Cook for three minutes.
- Flip each patty and immediately place a slice of cheese on top; cook for an additional two minutes until melted.
- Lightly toast the hamburger buns on the grill.
- Assemble your burgers by placing the cheesy patties on buns and adding desired toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smashburger (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 11g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg