Jul 13 2026
Restaurants3rd Shift KitchenSmash Burger Recipe

Smash Burger Recipe

Inspired by 3rd Shift Kitchen
Time30m
Serves4

Mustard and cheese.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

Buns

Method

Preparing the Burger Patties

  1. 1

    Mix the Ground Beef

    In a mixing bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined, taking care not to overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the mixture into 4 equal portions and form each portion into a ball. Do not flatten them yet.

Cooking the Burgers

  1. 3

    Preheat the Skillet

    Place a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat and allow it to get hot, about 5 minutes.

  2. 4

    Smash the Patties

    Add the meatballs to the hot skillet, leaving space between each. Using a sturdy spatula, press down firmly on each ball until they are about 1/2 inch thick. Cook for 2-3 minutes until a brown crust forms on the bottom.

  3. 5

    Flip the Burgers

    Carefully flip each patty using the spatula. Place a slice of cheddar cheese on top of each patty immediately after flipping. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, until the cheese melts and the burgers are cooked through.

Assembling the Burgers

  1. 6

    Prepare the Buns

    While the burgers are cooking, slice the burger buns in half and toast them lightly on a separate skillet if desired.

  2. 7

    Add Mustard and Pickles

    Spread about 0.5 tablespoons of yellow mustard on the bottom half of each bun. Top each with a cooked burger patty, followed by pickles.

  3. 8

    Complete the Burger

    Place the top half of the bun on each assembled burger. Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Smash Burgers!

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