Classic Smash Burger
Thin beef patties smashed on a hot griddle until the edges are crispy and lacey — the burger that beats every drive-through every time
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🛒 Ingredients
- 8 oz ground beef (80/20)
- 2 slices American cheese
- 2 brioche buns
- 1/4 cup thin-sliced white onion
- 1 tbsp for buns butter
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1Divide beef into 2 balls (do not season yet)
- 2Heat a cast iron skillet or flat griddle over high heat until very hot
- 3Add onion slices to the pan, let sear 1 min
- 4Place beef ball on top of onions, immediately smash flat with a spatula
- 5Season generously with salt and pepper; cook 2–3 min until edges are lacy
- 6Flip, add cheese, cook 1 more min
- 7Toast buttered buns, build with your favorite toppings
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