Smash Burger Recipe

Juicy, crispy-edged smash burgers made with seasoned ground chuck and a rich, tangy burger sauce. Perfect for a quick dinner or weekend cookout

Yields: 4 servings
Prep Time: 45 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Special Equipment: large skillet or blackstone

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground chuck (80/20 for best flavor and crisp)

• Kosher salt & black pepper

• Burger buns (soft, not too thick)

• Cheese slices (American or cheddar)

• ½ stick butter

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• ½ tbsp fish sauce

Burger Sauce:

• ¼ cup mayonnaise

• ¼ cup ketchup

• ¼ cup spicy brown mustard

• 2 garlic cloves, minced

• 1 tbsp white vinegar

• Pinch of cayenne

• Pinch of smoked paprika

• Pinch of sugar

• Salt & pepper to taste

Directions

1. Prep the meat: Mix ground chuck with Worcestershire, fish sauce, and butter. Gently form into 3-4 oz balls. Chill for 30+ minutes.

2. Heat your skillet: Use a cast iron pan on high heat. No oil needed because fat from the beef does the job.

3. Smash & sear: Place meatballs in the pan. After 30 seconds, smash flat with a heavy spatula or skillet. Cook 3-4 minutes until edges crisp. 4

4. Flip & cheese: Flip patties, add cheese immediately. Cook 1-2 more minutes until melted.

5. Toast buns: Optional: butter and toast buns in the pan for extra flavor.

6. Assemble: Spread sauce on buns, add patty, and layer with toppings like pickles, onions, lettuce, or tomato.