Jul 14 2026

Shake Shack Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Make Shake Shack Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.

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Ingredients

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Burger Patty

Burger Assembly

Shake Shack Sauce

Method

Burger Patty Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Beef

    In a bowl, gently mix the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Do not overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the beef mixture into two equal portions and shape them into patties, about ¾ inch thick.

Cooking the Burger

  1. 3

    Heat the Grill or Skillet

    Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat.

  2. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Place the patties on the grill or skillet. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until a crust forms, then flip.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    After flipping the patties, place a slice of American cheese on each patty and cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted.

Burger Assembly

  1. 6

    Toast the Buns

    Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or skillet until golden brown.

  2. 7

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom bun, layer lettuce, the cooked patty with melted cheese, tomato slice, pickles, and your desired amount of ketchup and mustard.

  3. 8

    Top it Off

    Place the top bun on the assembled ingredients.

Shake Shack Sauce Preparation

  1. 9

    Mix the Sauce Ingredients

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, dill pickle relish, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix well until smooth.

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