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Crispy Juicy Smash Burgers Recipe with Tangy Secret Sauce

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy, juicy smash burgers topped with a tangy secret sauce that balances richness with a zesty kick. Perfect for any occasion and customizable to your taste.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Vegetable oil or high smoke point oil, for the griddle
  • ½ cup (120 ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • 4 soft burger buns (brioche or potato buns)
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • Thinly sliced red onions
  • Leafy lettuce (iceberg or green leaf)
  • Pickles (dill slices or chips)
  • Optional: sliced tomatoes

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until smooth. Cover and chill in the fridge while you cook the burgers (about 5 minutes).
  2. Preheat your skillet: Place your cast iron skillet over medium-high heat and add a thin layer of vegetable oil. Let it heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 5 minutes).
  3. Form the beef balls: Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions, loosely rolled into balls about 3 ounces (85 g) each. Keep the meat loose for tender results.
  4. Smash the patties: Place one ball into the hot skillet. Using your spatula, press down firmly to flatten the beef to about ¼ inch (6 mm) thick. Hold for 10-15 seconds to let the crust form. Repeat with remaining balls (2-3 minutes per batch).
  5. Season and cook: Sprinkle salt and pepper on each patty immediately after smashing. Let cook without moving until edges are deeply browned and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
  6. Flip and cheese: Carefully flip each patty. Quickly add a slice of cheddar on top and cook another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and burger is cooked through but still juicy inside.
  7. Toast the buns: While the cheese melts, toast the buns face-down in the skillet until golden and slightly crisp.
  8. Assemble the burger: Spread a generous amount of the tangy secret sauce on both bun halves. Layer the bottom bun with lettuce, the cheesy patty, onions, pickles, and tomato if using. Cap with the top bun.
  9. Serve immediately: Enjoy the burgers hot and fresh with crisp edges and juicy centers.

Notes

Use 80/20 ground beef for best juiciness and crispy crust. Do not move patties too soon to allow crust formation. Toast buns face-down to prevent sogginess. Sauce can be made ahead and stored in fridge. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. Adjust sauce ingredients to taste for spicier or lighter versions.

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