Kenji's Crispy Smash Burgers
A classic, thin-patty smash burger with a crispy, caramelized crust and melted American cheese.
Ingredients9
Directions8 Start Cooking
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Divide ground beef into loosely packed balls.
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Preheat a cast iron skillet or griddle over high heat until very hot.
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Toast the buns in the pan with a little bit of fat until golden brown.
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Place the beef balls into the hot pan and smash them down firmly with a heavy spatula or press to create a thin, wide patty.
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Season the patties generously with salt and pepper.
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Once the bottom has developed a deep, dark brown crust, flip the burger.
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Immediately place a slice of American cheese on the patty and let it melt.
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Remove the burger from the pan and assemble on the toasted bun with your preferred condiments.
Nutrition per serving
Nutrition unavailable — not all ingredients are resolved.
Free from
- Peanut-free
- Tree nut-free
- Fish-free
- Shellfish-free
Contains
- Animal product — from American cheese
- Gluten — from hamburger buns
- Dairy — from American cheese
- Lactose — from American cheese
- Eggs — from mayonnaise
- Soy — from mayonnaise
Not evaluated: Vegetarian, Nightshade-free
