Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsThe Early Bird EaterySmashburger Recipe

Smashburger Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Double Patty, Cheddar Cheese, House Pickles, Chopped White Onion, Root Beer Mustard, Tamarind Ketchup

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Method

Burger Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Patties

    Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and form them into loose balls. Do not overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Cook the Patties

    Heat a skillet or griddle over high heat. Place the meat balls on the skillet and smash them down with a spatula to form patties. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until browned, then flip.

  3. 3

    Add Cheese

    Immediately after flipping, place a slice of cheddar cheese on each patty and cook for another 2 minutes until the cheese melts.

  4. 4

    Prepare the Buns

    Toast the burger buns on the skillet until golden brown.

  5. 5

    Assemble the Burger

    On the bottom half of each bun, layer with chopped white onion, house pickles, the cheesy beef patties, and your choice of root beer mustard and tamarind ketchup. Top with the other half of the bun.

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