Smash Burger Recipe
two patties served on a brioche bun w/ tomato, pickles, onion, & choice of cheese
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Ingredients
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Burger Ingredients
Method
Burger Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Ingredients
Slice the tomato, onion, and pickles. Set aside.
- 2
Form the Patties
Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and form into loose balls. Season each with salt and black pepper.
- 3
Cook the Patties
Heat the vegetable oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the beef balls to the skillet and smash them down with a spatula to form patties. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side, then flip and place a slice of cheese on each patty. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.
- 4
Toast the Buns
While the patties are cooking, lightly toast the brioche buns in a separate pan or in the oven until golden brown.
- 5
Assemble the Burgers
Place one patty on the bottom half of each toasted brioche bun, add the tomato slices, pickles, and onion slices. Top with the second patty and cover with the other half of the bun.
- 6
Serve
Serve immediately with your favorite sides.
