Stovetop Smash Burgers

J. Kenji López-Alt

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Classic, thin-patty smash burgers with a deep crust and melted American cheese on toasted potato buns.

Ingredients6
Directions8 Start Cooking
  1. Preheat a heavy-bottomed skillet or griddle over high heat until smoking hot.

  2. Divide ground beef into portions and gently form into loose balls without compacting the meat.

  3. Place the beef balls into the hot pan and immediately smash them flat with a heavy spatula or press.

  4. Season the patties generously with salt and pepper.

  5. Cook undisturbed until a deep, dark crust forms on the bottom, about 2-3 minutes.

  6. Flip the burgers, top with American cheese, and cook for another minute until the cheese is melted and the burger is cooked through.

  7. Toast the potato buns in the pan or on a separate surface.

  8. Assemble the burgers with toasted buns and preferred condiments.

Nutrition per serving

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Contains

  • Animal product — from American cheese
  • Gluten — from potato buns
  • Dairy — from American cheese
  • Lactose — from American cheese

Not evaluated: Vegetarian, Egg-free, Peanut-free, Tree nut-free, Soy-free, Fish-free, Shellfish-free, Nightshade-free

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