Want to make Smash burgers but without the grill? On a rainy day when you don't want to grill but still want a homemade juicy burger bring out your griddle and make my Griddle Smash Burger!
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Ingredients
- Ground Beef
- Egg
- Steak Seasoning
- Cheese
- Onion
- Burger Buns
- Creamy Burger Sauce
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitutions and Variations:
- Ground Meat: If you prefer, you can use ground turkey, chicken, or even pork.
- Cheese: Experiment with different types of cheese such as cheddar, Swiss, pepper jack, blue cheese, or even a cheese sauce.
- Toppings: Don't limit yourself to traditional toppings. Considersautéed mushrooms, bacon, fried eggs, or even pineapple slices for a unique twist.
- Burger Buns: Instead of traditional burger buns, you can use lettuce wraps, ciabatta bread, pretzel buns, or even grilled portobello mushrooms for a low-carb option.
- Seasonings: Experiment with different seasonings in the meat mixture or keep it simple with just salt and pepper.
Feel free to experiment with this method of making Smashed Burgers. Try Stuffed Burgers, Spicy Smash Burger, Breakfast Smash Burger, or Mini Smash Burger Sliders.
GRIDDLE SMASH BURGER
Equipment
- 1 griddle
- 1 mixing bowl
- 1 knife
Ingredients
Smash burgers:
- 1 lbs ground beef
- 1 large egg
- 2-3 tablespoon steak seasoning
- 4 slices cheese
- 1 large yellow onion
Creamy Burger Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonaise
- 2 tablespoon relish
- 4 tablespoon sweet onion grated
- 2 tsp honey mustard
- ½ teaspoon white vinegar
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 cloves garlic
- ¼ teaspoon sea salt
Other Burger Ingredients:
- 4 Burger Buns
- 4 leaves lettuce
- 1 avocado mashed or sliced
- 1 large beefsteak tomato
Instructions
- Preheat Your Griddle: Place griddle over medium-high heat. You want it to be hot when you start cooking the burgers. Drizzle with olive oil.
- Season the Patties: Season 1lb of ground beef with 2 tablespoon of steak seasoning. You can add additional seasonings if desired. Then add in 1 egg and mix until the beef holds shape.
- Divide and Shape the Patties: Divide the ground beef into evenly sized portions, typically around 4 pieces. Shape each portion into a ball. Don't pack the meat too tightly; you want it to be loosely formed.
- Caramelize onion: Cut onion in half and then into slices then on the preheated griddle sautéed onion slices until caramelized and translucent. Set aside in a bowl.
- Cook the Patties: Place one ground beef patty onto the hot surface. Using a sturdy spatula, press down firmly on the meatball to flatten it into a thin patty. Pressing down will create those crispy edges that Smash Burgers are known for. Cook for about 2-3 minutes without disturbing to allow the crust to form. Then add onto a tablespoon of the caramelized onions and then flip the patty and press down firmly again. Pressing the onions into the beef.
- Flip and Add Cheese (Optional): After 2-3 minutes, flip the patties. If you're adding cheese, place a slice on top of each patty immediately after flipping. Turn off the heat on the griddle and let the cheese melt on the burger patties. Feel free to add cheese while assembling the burger instead.
- Assemble and serve the Griddle Smash Burgers: Remove the patties from the skillet or griddle and place them onto the bottom half of the toasted burger buns. Add your desired toppings and creamy burger sauce. Place the top half of the burger buns on each burger and serve immediately while they're still hot and crispy.
Notes
Recipe Substitutions and Variations:
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- Ground Meat: If you prefer, you can use ground turkey, chicken, or even pork.
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- Cheese: Experiment with different types of cheese such as cheddar, Swiss, pepper jack, blue cheese, or even a cheese sauce.
-
- Toppings: Don't limit yourself to traditional toppings. Considersautéed mushrooms, bacon, fried eggs, or even pineapple slices for a unique twist.
-
- Burger Buns: Instead of traditional burger buns, you can use lettuce wraps, ciabatta bread, pretzel buns, or even grilled portobello mushrooms for a low-carb option.
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- Seasonings: Experiment with different seasonings in the meat mixture or keep it simple with just salt and pepper.
Storage Recommendations
These Griddle Smash Burgers are best enjoyed fresh. If you want to make the patties ahead of time and then reheat and assemble the burgers before enjoying them. Store in the refrigerator in an airtight container for up to 2 days.
You can form the ground beef patties and freeze them by placing parchment paper between each patty and freeze for up to 3 months.
Top tip
Don't flip too soon! Let the patties cook undisturbed for a couple of minutes after smashing to allow the crust to form. Flipping too soon can cause the patties to fall apart or lose their crispy exterior.
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