Classic Smashed Burgers

Juicy and flavorful smashed burgers with crispy edges, perfect for a quick and delicious meal.

By RecipeBoss

Servings

Time Required

20 min

Ingredients

1 ½ lb ground beef

1 tsp salt

½ tsp black pepper

2 tbsp vegetable oil

4 burger buns

4 slice cheddar cheese slices

4 lettuce

4 tomato slices

4 red onion slices

4 tbsp ketchup

4 tbsp mayonnaise

8 dill pickles

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1
Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions. Gently form each portion into a loose ball.
2
Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add vegetable oil.
3
Place a beef ball onto the hot skillet. Immediately smash it down with a sturdy spatula or burger press to about 1/2 inch thickness. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
4
Sear for 2-3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms. Flip the burger, place a slice of cheddar cheese on top, and cook for another 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and the burger is cooked through.
2 min
5
Toast the burger buns lightly on the skillet if desired.
6
Assemble the burgers: spread ketchup and mayonnaise on the buns, add lettuce, tomato slices, red onion slices, pickles, and the smashed burger patty.

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