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Smashburger Classic Smash Easy Copycat Recipe
This Smashburger Classic Smash copycat delivers thin, crispy-edged patties, gooey cheese, and zesty sauce for the perfect burger.
👥 4 Servings⏱️ Prep & Cook: 35 min⏳ Prep: 20 min🔥 Cook: 15 min👤 Stephanie Manley📖 copykat
🥘 Ingredients
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🍳 Cookware
- bowl
- skillet
- griddle
- spatula
- pan
📝 Preparation Steps
1
Combine all the ingredients for the Smash Sauce in a small bowl. Mix well and set aside.
2
In another small bowl, combine the kosher salt, ground black pepper, and seasoned salt to create a seasoning blend for the burgers.
kosher salt1 teaspoon
3
Divide the ground chuck into 4 equal portions and roll each portion into a ball. Do not pack them too tightly. Season the outside of each ball with a small pinch of the seasoning blend.
4
Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place the split buns cut-side down in the skillet and cook until lightly browned and toasted, about ⏱️ 30 seconds to ⏱️ 3 minutes.
butter (divided use)3 tablespoons
5
Place 1 tablespoon of butter in a large, rip-roaring hot skillet or on a griddle over medium-high heat—avoid using a nonstick skillet, as the burgers will not develop as good of a crust. Add 2 ground beef balls to the skillet. Immediately press down firmly on each ball with a sturdy metal spatula or with a smaller foil-wrapped skillet for about ⏱️ 10 seconds, until the patty is sizzling and very flat. Sprinkle the patties with more of the seasoning blend and cook for another 60 to ⏱️ 90 seconds, until the juices start to bubble through the burger and a deep, rich crust develops.
butter (divided use)3 tablespoons
6
Flip the patties with a sturdy metal spatula, making sure to scrape up all the crispy, caramelized bits from the pan. Sprinkle the other side with the seasoning mix and immediately top with 1 slice of American cheese. Cook for an additional 1 to ⏱️ 2 minutes, until the cheese is melted and the burger is cooked to your desired doneness. Remove from the skillet and keep warm.
American cheese4 slices
7
Repeat with the remaining 1 tablespoon of butter and 2 beef balls.
butter (divided use)3 tablespoons
8
To assemble the Smashburgers, spread about 2 teaspoons of the prepared Smash Sauce on the cut side of each toasted bun, followed by 2 teaspoons of ketchup. Place the cooked burger patty on the bottom bun. Top with 3 dill pickle chips, 2 red onion slices, 2 tomato slices, and a lettuce leaf (in that order). Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
calories
763 kcal
fat Content
54 g
serving Size
1 serving
fiber Content
3 g
sugar Content
12 g
sodium Content
2052 mg
protein Content
38 g
trans Fat Content
2 g
cholesterol Content
143 mg
carbohydrate Content
35 g
saturated Fat Content
20 g
unsaturated Fat Content
26 g
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