Perfect Griddle Smash Burgers Recipe (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Burger Base
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1½ pounds 80/20 ground beef
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1 large yellow onion
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¼ cup avocado oil
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Salt and pepper to taste
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4 hamburger buns
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8 slices American cheese
→ Special Burger Sauce
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½ cup mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
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¼ cup barbecue sauce
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1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
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1 teaspoon soy sauce
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1 teaspoon sriracha
# Instructions:
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Mix all sauce ingredients in a bowl or jar. Can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for several days.
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Get your griddle smoking hot at medium-high heat, aiming for 425°F.
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Portion beef into 3-ounce balls, slice onion super thin, and have your cheese, buns, and seasonings ready to go.
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Oil the griddle, make four piles of sliced onion, place a beef ball on each, and season well with salt and pepper.
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Use a burger press to smash each patty into its onion bed, holding for a few seconds. Pro tip: use parchment paper if the press sticks.
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When tops are mostly brown with some pink spots, flip carefully to keep the crispy crust intact. Immediately top with cheese and cook 1-2 minutes more.
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Stack two patties on each bun, add your special sauce and favorite toppings, and serve while hot and melty!
# Notes:
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Restaurant-quality smash burgers made at home in under 30 minutes
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Burger sauce can be made several days in advance
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Key to success is having all ingredients prepped before starting