Jul 14 2026
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Smash Burger Recipe

Inspired by The Stubborn Mule
Time30m
Serves2

two 4 oz brisket blend patties, charred sweet onion, tomato, arugula, chive mayo, american cheese, brioche

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

Bun

Method

Prepare the Chive Mayo

  1. 1

    Make Chive Mayo

    In a small bowl, combine the mayonnaise and chopped chives. Mix well and set aside.

Cook the Patties

  1. 2

    Form the Patties

    Divide the brisket blend ground beef into two equal portions (about 4 oz each) and gently form them into balls. Do not overwork the meat.

  2. 3

    Season the Patties

    Sprinkle the formed patties evenly with salt and black pepper on both sides.

  3. 4

    Cook the Patties

    Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, place the patties in the skillet. Using a spatula, smash each patty down to about 1/2 inch thick and let them cook for 3-4 minutes until a crust forms.

  4. 5

    Add Cheese

    Flip the patties and immediately place a slice of American cheese on each patty. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked to your desired doneness.

Prepare the Onions

  1. 6

    Caramelize the Onions

    In a separate pan, add a little oil over medium heat. Slice the sweet onion and cook until soft and caramelized, about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Assemble the Burgers

  1. 7

    Toast the Buns

    Toast the brioche buns on the skillet until golden brown.

  2. 8

    Build the Burger

    Spread the chive mayo on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Add a layer of arugula, followed by the smashed beef patty with melted cheese, a few slices of tomato, and a generous amount of the caramelized sweet onion. Top with the other half of the bun.

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