Charbq Smasher Recipe
Make Charbq Smasher Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Burgers
Buns & Toppings
CharBQ Sauce
Method
Preparing the Burgers
- 1
Mixing the Patty Ingredients
In a large bowl, combine the ground beef, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix gently until well combined, taking care not to overwork the meat.
- 2
Shaping the Patties
Divide the mixture into four equal portions and shape them into patties, making a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent puffing during cooking.
Making the CharBQ Sauce
- 3
Combining the Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, mix together the BBQ sauce, smoked paprika, Worcestershire sauce, honey, and apple cider vinegar until smooth. Set aside.
Cooking the Burgers
- 4
Grilling the Patties
Preheat your grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the patties on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they reach your desired level of doneness.
- 5
Adding Cheese
In the last minute of cooking, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and close the grill lid to melt the cheese.
Assembling the Burger
- 6
Building the Burger
On the bottom half of each burger bun, layer lettuce, a cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slices, pickles, and a drizzle of the CharBQ sauce. Top with the other half of the bun.
