You can never ever have too many burger recipes, so naturally, you need one that doesn’t require a grill! Smash Burgers are just that — to ensure that when you’re feeling the summertime blues, or you can’t make it out to the grill, you can still experience the savory, serotonin-filled flavors! The juicy generously seasoned patty opts to be cooked in a skillet to achieve the brown, crusty goodness you were longing for. Placed on a golden-brown, crispy bun and topped with gooey cheese and all your favorite sweet and savory toppings, Smash Burgers will bring you joy, no matter the season!
Ingredients
- 1 1/4 pounds ground chuck or 80% lean ground beef
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground mustard
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 4 hamburger buns, lightly toasted
- toppings, of your choice, to taste, for serving
Directions
Step 1 –In a large bowl, combine the beef, the pepper, the garlic, the onion, the ground mustard, and the Worcestershire sauce.
Step 2 –Use your hands to mix the beef mixture until evenly combined.
Step 3 –Still using your hands, form the beef mixture into 4 large meatballs, about 4 ounces each.
Step 4 –Pat each of the meatballs into a 1-inch-thick disc and smooth out the edges.
Step 5 –Refrigerate the patties, covered, for at least 15 minutes and up to 24 hours.
Step 6 –Turn on the exhaust fan.
Step 7 –Heat a 12-inch cast-iron skillet or nonstick skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 8 –Transfer the patties from the refrigerator and season them all over with the salt.
Step 9 –Coat the hot pan evenly with the oil.
Step 10 –Place the patties on the skillet 1 at a time, immediately and firmly smashing each of them flat with a metal spatula until about 1/4-inch-thick.
Step 11 –Let the patties cook until nicely browned and crusty on the bottom, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 12 –Flip the burgers and top them with the cheese. Cook for 2 more minutes for medium-rare to medium burgers or 135-140 degrees F, or 3 more minutes for medium-well.
Step 13 –Place the burgers on the buns.
Step 14 –Serve with the toppings of your choice.