Jun 09 2026
RestaurantsThe Uncommon ChandlerThe Royale With Cheese Recipe

The Royale With Cheese Recipe

Time30m
Serves2

Two smashed wagyu patties with cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, and uncommon sauce

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Ingredients

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Burger Patties

Toppings

Uncommon Sauce

Buns

Method

Preparing the Patties

  1. 1

    Forming the Patties

    In a bowl, gently mix the wagyu beef with salt and black pepper. Divide the meat into two equal portions and form into loose balls. Do not overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Smashed Cooking Method

    Heat a cast-iron skillet or grill over medium-high heat. Place the beef balls on the hot surface and immediately smash them down with a spatula to create thin patties. Cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until a crust forms.

  3. 3

    Flipping the Patties

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

Making the Uncommon Sauce

  1. 4

    Mixing the Sauce

    In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle relish, and smoked paprika. Stir until well mixed. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if desired.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 5

    Toasting the Buns (Optional)

    If desired, lightly toast the burger buns on the skillet or grill until golden brown.

  2. 6

    Building the Burger

    Spread a generous amount of the uncommon sauce on the bottom half of each bun. Layer with lettuce, followed by the smashed wagyu patty with melted cheddar, tomato slices, and red onion. Top with the other half of the bun.

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