Jul 13 2026
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Smash Burger Recipe

Inspired by The East Ender
Time30m
Serves2

house-smoked beef griddled with shaved onion, shreddy lettuce, special sauce, American cheese

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Ingredients

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Burger Ingredients

Special Sauce

Toppings

Method

Prepare the Special Sauce

  1. 1

    Mix the Sauce

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well and set aside.

Cook the Burgers

  1. 2

    Form and Cook the Patties

    Preheat a griddle or skillet over medium-high heat. Divide the ground beef into two equal portions and form loose balls. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 3

    Smash the Patties

    Place the beef balls on the hot griddle, and using a spatula, smash them down into patties. Cook for about 2-3 minutes until a crust forms.

  3. 4

    Add Onions and Cheese

    Top the patties with shaved onions and place a slice of American cheese on each. Cook for an additional 1-2 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and onions are softened.

Assemble the Burgers

  1. 5

    Build the Burger

    Spread the special sauce on the bottom half of the burger buns. Add the cooked patties with cheese, followed by shredded lettuce. Top with the other half of the buns.

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