Jul 14 2026
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Our Burger Smash Recipe

Inspired by Wahlburgers
Time30m
Serves2

Two Certified Angus Beef® patties, government cheese, lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles and Paul’s signature Wahl Sauce®.

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Ingredients

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Patties

Toppings

Wahl Sauce®

Buns

Method

Patties Preparation

  1. 1

    Season the Beef

    In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and black pepper. Mix gently until just combined to avoid overworking the meat.

  2. 2

    Form Patties

    Divide the seasoned beef into two equal portions and form into patties, about 1/2 inch thick. Make a slight indentation in the center of each patty to prevent them from puffing up while cooking.

Cooking the Patties

  1. 3

    Heat the Grill or Skillet

    Preheat your grill or a cast-iron 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. Flip the patties and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.

  3. 5

    Add Cheese

    Place a slice of government cheese on each patty during the last minute of cooking. Cover the grill or skillet to melt the cheese.

Wahl Sauce Preparation

  1. 6

    Mix the Sauce

    In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, garlic powder, paprika, and Worcestershire sauce. Stir until well mixed.

Assembling the Burger

  1. 7

    Prepare the Buns

    Lightly toast the burger buns on the grill or in a toaster.

  2. 8

    Layer the Ingredients

    Spread a generous amount of Wahl Sauce on the bottom bun. Place one cheese-topped patty on the bun, followed by lettuce, tomato slices, onion rings, and pickles. Top with the second patty and finish with the top bun.

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