Description
Sizzling Blackstone Smashburgers deliver crispy, caramelized beef perfection straight from the griddle. Juicy patties with golden-brown edges promise a mouthwatering experience that satisfies your deepest burger cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound (1 lb) ground beef (80/20 for the best juiciness)
Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce (optional, for extra depth)
Burger Components and Toppings:
- 4 burger buns
- 1 tablespoon butter (for toasting buns)
- 4 slices American cheese (or cheddar)
- ½ cup sliced pickles
- ¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
- Lettuce (optional)
- Tomato (optional)
Burger Sauce:
- ¼ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 teaspoon yellow mustard
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon pickle juice (or vinegar)
Instructions
- Ignite the Blackstone griddle to a searing temperature around 450-500°F, ensuring the cooking surface is thoroughly heated for approximately 5 minutes.
- Gently form ground beef into loose, evenly sized spherical portions, being careful not to compress the meat too tightly.
- Season each meat portion generously with a blend of salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder, allowing the spices to coat the surface evenly.
- Position a beef portion onto the scorching hot griddle surface, immediately applying firm pressure with a sturdy spatula or burger press to flatten the meat into an ultrathin, crisp-edged patty.
- Allow the burger to sizzle undisturbed, developing a rich, caramelized crust for 2-3 minutes until the edges turn deep golden brown.
- Swiftly slide a metal spatula beneath the patty, flipping it with a decisive motion to reveal the perfectly browned surface.
- Instantaneously drape a slice of cheese over the hot patty, letting it melt and blanket the meat in creamy goodness.
- Lightly butter the burger buns and place them cut-side down on the griddle, toasting until they acquire a golden, crisp exterior.
- Spread a layer of tangy burger sauce on the bottom bun, creating a flavorful foundation.
- Layer additional toppings like crisp pickles, sharp onions, fresh lettuce, and ripe tomato slices for added texture and flavor.
- Carefully transfer the cheese-topped burger onto the prepared bun, crowning it with the toasted top bun.
- Serve the smashburger immediately, accompanied by golden fries or crisp chips for a complete meal.
Notes
- Choose high-fat ground beef like 80/20 chuck for maximum flavor and juiciness, ensuring a crispy exterior with a tender interior.
- Keep beef cold before smashing to help maintain structural integrity and prevent meat fibers from breaking down too quickly.
- Use a sturdy metal spatula with a sharp edge for clean, precise smashing that creates those signature crispy edges.
- Experiment with alternative meats like turkey or plant-based options, adjusting cooking times and seasoning to maintain similar texture and taste profile.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 680
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 980mg
- Fat: 42g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 38g
- Cholesterol: 120mg