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Perfect Indoor Smash Burger


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  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: Makes 1 burger 1x

Description

Create the ultimate juicy burger indoors with a crispy crust and simple toppings, using high-quality beef and a hot skillet.


Ingredients

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  • 4 oz (113g) ground chuck, at least 20% fat
  • Kosher salt
  • Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 soft bun, such as Martin's Potato Roll
  • 1 slice American cheese
  • 2-3 thin slices yellow onion
  • 3-4 dill pickle slices
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise

Instructions

  1. Preheat a heavy skillet or griddle over high heat until very hot.
  2. Form the ground chuck into a loose ball.
  3. Place the beef ball on the skillet and smash it down with a spatula to form a patty.
  4. Season the top of the patty with salt and pepper.
  5. Cook until the bottom is well browned, then scrape up the patty with a deck scraper or spatula and flip it.
  6. Place a slice of American cheese on top of the patty and let it melt.
  7. Toast the bun lightly in the skillet.
  8. Assemble the burger with onions, pickles, and a little mayonnaise.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burger
  • Calories: 600
  • Sugar: 6
  • Sodium: 800
  • Fat: 40
  • Carbohydrates: 40
  • Fiber: 2
  • Protein: 30