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Classic Crispy-Edged Smash Burger

Close-up of a delicious double smash burger featuring crispy edges, melted cheese, and a generous drizzle of orange sauce.
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Make a satisfying, high-flavor smash burger at home with perfectly crispy edges using simple ingredients. This recipe delivers the best burger patty for your quick dinner.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 4 potato buns
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
  • For the Sauce: 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon pickle relish
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  1. Mix the sauce ingredients in a small bowl: mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, relish, and onion powder. Set aside.
  2. Divide the ground beef into 8 equal portions (about 2 ounces each). Do not form patties; keep them loose. Season generously with salt and pepper.
  3. Heat a large, heavy skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until very hot. Add a small amount of butter or oil if your pan is not non-stick.
  4. Place two balls of beef onto the hot surface, leaving space between them. Immediately place a piece of parchment paper over each ball and use a sturdy spatula or burger press to smash the meat down firmly and thinly until the edges are ragged.
  5. Cook for 90 seconds without moving the patty to develop a deep brown crust.
  6. Flip the patties. Immediately place one slice of cheese on top of each patty. Cook for another 60 seconds until the cheese melts.
  7. While the patties cook, lightly toast the cut sides of the potato buns in a separate pan or on the griddle until golden brown.
  8. Spread a generous amount of the burger sauce on both halves of each toasted bun.
  9. Stack two cheesy patties onto the bottom bun. Top with the other bun half. Serve your crispy burger patty immediately.

Notes

  • For the crispiest edges, make sure your cooking surface is very hot before you place the meat down.
  • You can substitute the American cheese with cheddar or Swiss if you prefer a different flavor profile.
  • This recipe makes a great easy dinner idea when you need something fast and flavorful.

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