A crispy revolution
The smash burger has become one of the biggest stars in the burger world. Its secret lies in a simple yet brilliant cooking technique: the ground beef patty is smashed onto a hot cooking surface, creating a crispy, caramelized crust. Roll the beef into a ball, smash it with a burger press, and enjoy the irresistible caramelized crispiness in good company. Follow the guide below to make perfect smash burgers.
How to make smash burgers?
Making a smash burger starts with high-quality ground beef with a fat content of 17–20 %. Gently roll the beef into loose balls, taking care not to pack them too tightly. Cook the patties on a very hot griddle or flat-top grill. Use a burger press to smash the patties. If desired, place a sheet of baking paper between the patty and the press to prevent the meat from sticking.
Cook the patty for just under a minute, then flip it over and place a slice of cheese on top. Add a splash of water and cover the patty with a burger dome for a few moments. The dome helps the cheese melt evenly while keeping the patty juicy.
Finally, place the patty inside a brioche bun or potato bun. Add mayonnaise, lettuce, onions, or pickles to taste. Or stack multiple patties with melted cheese for the ultimate smash burger. Simple, yet incredibly delicious.
The best gas grills for making smash burgers
Smash burgers are best cooked on a flat-top gas griddle or on a gas grill fitted with a griddle plate. Flat-top griddles are especially popular among smash burger enthusiasts.
A crispy revolution
The smash burger has become one of the biggest stars in the burger world. Its secret lies in a simple yet brilliant cooking technique: the ground beef patty is smashed onto a hot cooking surface, creating a crispy, caramelized crust. Roll the beef into a ball, smash it with a burger press, and enjoy the irresistible caramelized crispiness in good company. Follow the guide below to make perfect smash burgers.
How to make smash burgers?
Making a smash burger starts with high-quality ground beef with a fat content of 17–20 %. Gently roll the beef into loose balls, taking care not to pack them too tightly. Cook the patties on a very hot griddle or flat-top grill. Use a burger press to smash the patties. If desired, place a sheet of baking paper between the patty and the press to prevent the meat from sticking.
Cook the patty for just under a minute, then flip it over and place a slice of cheese on top. Add a splash of water and cover the patty with a burger dome for a few moments. The dome helps the cheese melt evenly while keeping the patty juicy.
Finally, place the patty inside a brioche bun or potato bun. Add mayonnaise, lettuce, onions, or pickles to taste. Or stack multiple patties with melted cheese for the ultimate smash burger. Simple, yet incredibly delicious.
The best gas grills for making smash burgers
Smash burgers are best cooked on a flat-top gas griddle or on a gas grill fitted with a griddle plate. Flat-top griddles are especially popular among smash burger enthusiasts.
