Go Back

Smash Burger

The Smash Burger is a quick and simple delight that elevates your backyard barbecue with thin, crispy patties and customizable toppings for a flavor explosion.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground beef Use high-fat ground beef (80/20) for juiciness.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
  • 4 pieces Burger buns Toasted for serving.
  • optional Cheese Add on top of burger when flipping.
  • optional Lettuce For crunch.
  • optional Tomato For color.
  • optional Pickles
  • optional Onion
  • to taste Condiments (ketchup, mustard, etc.)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat a non-stick skillet or griddle over high heat.
  2. Form the ground beef into balls, about 2-3 ounces each.
  3. Place the balls in the hot skillet and immediately smash them down with a spatula to create a thin patty.
  4. Season with salt and pepper.
Cooking
  1. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until the edges are crispy.
  2. Flip the burgers, add cheese if desired, and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes.
  3. Toast the burger buns in the skillet.
Assembly
  1. Assemble the burgers with your choice of lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and condiments.
  2. Serve immediately.

Notes

Keep leftovers in the fridge for about 3-4 days, or freeze for up to a month. Reheat quickly in a skillet or microwave. Experiment with various toppings for added fun.