Classic Smash Burger
Enjoy the simplicity and flavor of a Classic Smash Burger with a crispy crust and juicy interior.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: None
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20 fat ratio)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
- 4 slices of cheese (optional)
- Toppings: lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, ketchup, mustard
Instructions
- Preheat your skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
- Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions, forming balls.
- Place each ball of beef onto the skillet and smash down with a spatula to form a patty.
- Generously season each patty with salt and pepper.
- Cook patties for 2-3 minutes until a golden crust forms, then flip.
- Add a slice of cheese on top of each patty after flipping, and cover to melt.
- Toast hamburger buns on the skillet for about 1 minute until warm.
- Assemble burgers with your favorite toppings.
Notes
Serve with crispy fries or a refreshing coleslaw for a perfect meal.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
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