Smash Burger Recipe with Easy Sauce (VIDEO) from natashaskitchen.com
Introduction
Burgers are a staple food in many households and are enjoyed by people of all ages. While traditional burgers are great, there is something special about a smashed burger. Smashed burgers are thinner and crispier than traditional burgers, and they have a unique texture that sets them apart. In this article, we will be sharing a simple and delicious smashed burger recipe that you can make at home.
Ingredients
To make smashed burgers, you will need the following ingredients:
1 lb. ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
Salt and pepper
4 hamburger buns
4 slices of American cheese
4 tbsp. mayonnaise
4 tbsp. ketchup
4 leaves of lettuce
4 slices of tomato
1 onion, thinly sliced
2 tbsp. vegetable oil
Instructions
Now that you have all the ingredients, it's time to start cooking!
Start by preheating a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat.
While the skillet is preheating, divide the ground beef into four equal parts and shape them into balls.
Once the skillet is hot, add 1 tbsp. of vegetable oil and swirl to coat the bottom of the skillet.
Place one of the ground beef balls onto the skillet and use a spatula to smash it down until it's about ¼ inch thick.
Sprinkle the patty with salt and pepper and let it cook for 2-3 minutes, until the bottom is brown and crispy.
Flip the patty over and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until the other side is brown and crispy.
Add a slice of American cheese on top of the patty and let it melt for 30 seconds.
Remove the patty from the skillet and place it on a plate.
Repeat the process with the remaining ground beef balls.
While the patties are cooking, heat up the remaining vegetable oil in a separate skillet over medium heat.
Add the thinly sliced onions and cook for 5-7 minutes, until they are caramelized.
Toast the hamburger buns in a toaster or on a separate skillet.
Mix the mayonnaise and ketchup together to create the burger sauce.
Assemble the burgers by spreading the burger sauce on the bottom bun, adding a leaf of lettuce, a slice of tomato, a smashed patty with cheese, a spoonful of caramelized onions, and the top bun.
Serve the burgers immediately and enjoy!
Nutrition
If you're curious about the nutritional value of these delicious smashed burgers, here's a breakdown:
Calories: 670
Protein: 34g
Fat: 43g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Sugar: 11g
Sodium: 1240mg
Conclusion
Smashed burgers are a fun and tasty twist on traditional burgers. They're easy to make and can be customized to your liking. Whether you prefer a classic burger with just ketchup and mustard or a loaded burger with all the toppings, you can't go wrong with a smashed burger. So why not give this recipe a try and see for yourself how delicious smashed burgers can be!