Prime Smashburger Recipe

BAR BITES

1. 1

   Portion and chill beef

   Divide ground prime beef into four equal portions (~4 oz each) and chill on a tray until ready to season.

2. 2

   Season patties

   Season both sides of each patty with 1/4 tsp kosher salt and 1/8 tsp black pepper, distributing evenly.

3. 3

   Prepare onions and garlic mayo

   Thinly slice the onion. In a small bowl whisk mayonnaise with garlic powder to create a garlic mayo; set aside.

4. 4

   Toast buns

   Lightly butter the cut sides of brioche slider buns. Toast in a skillet until golden and fragrant; set aside.

5. 5

   Preheat cooking surface

   Heat a heavy skillet or cast-iron pan over medium-high with neutral oil until shimmering.

6. 6

   Sear and smash patties

   Place beef portions on the hot pan and smash each into a 1/4-inch thick patty. Cook without moving 2-3 minutes until deeply browned crust forms.

7. 7

   Flip and melt cheese

   Flip patties, top each with a slice of cheddar, and cook 1-2 minutes more until cheese melts and patties are cooked to your preference.

8. 8

   Caramelize onions

   In the same pan, add sliced onion and cook over medium heat until soft and deeply caramelized, about 5-7 minutes.

9. 9

   Assemble toppings

   Spread garlic mayo on the bottom buns. Layer lettuce, tomato, and pickle slices on each bottom bun.

10. 10

    Assemble burgers

    Top each assembled bun with the cheese-topped patty and caramelized onions. Cap with the top bun and serve immediately.