These smashburgers are an absolute STAPLE in my household! Because the burger patties are so thin, they only take a few minutes to cook perfectly. Plus, this meal is ViCera-Approved and absolutely delicious!
Ingredients:
- One pound of organic 80/20 ground beef (grass-fed is best)
- 4 slices of cheese (A2 is preferable)
- 1 tbsp garlic salt
- 1/2 tbsp table salt
- 1 tbsp onion powder
- 1/2 tbsp black pepper
- Mustard (for frying)
Optional Toppings:
- Homemade In and Out sauce (see below)
- Lettuce
- Tomatos
- Raw onions
- Grilled Onions
- Pickles
- Ketchup
- Mayo (try our homemade recipe)
Directions:
1. Heat a griddle to its highest setting.
2. Pour all seasonings into a bowl and mix until combined.
3. Divide your ground beef into four sections and roll each section into a ball. It is important not to mash or over-work the meat.
4. Roll each ball around in the bowl of seasonings.
5. Place the ground beef balls on the heated griddle and use a smasher to press the patties down as thin as possible. As they cook, they will naturally thicken and shrink back.
6. Add a layer of mustard to the top of each patty.
7. Cook for approximately 1.5 minutes per side. It is better to pull off the burgers just before they appear done. They will keep cooking for a minute, or so, after being removed from the griddle.
8. Add a slice of cheese and any of your favorite toppings & enjoy!
Macros (Before Toppings):
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 32g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Protein: 25g
Homemade In & Out Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayo (use our homemade recipe here)
- 3 tbsp ketchup
- 3 tbsp sweet pickle relish
- 1/2 tbsp mustard
- Salt & pepper to taste
In & Out Sauce Macros:
- Calories: 36
- Fat: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Protein: 0g
A Few Thoughts:
- I highly recommend using a Blackstone or griddle to cook the burgers. You can cook them evenly and all at the same time! Below are some griddles that I know & love: https://rstyle.me/+bJn326SjtJRBUj5jsAigVw
- Blackstone: https://rstyle.me/+kprl845Zsn2RoW29fv9ElA
- If you don't have a burger press yet, here is an affordable option from Amazon: https://rstyle.me/+in6-xtPg7x_pwz1aP0yvvQ
- If you are looking to add mayo or Homemade In & Out Sauce to your burger, I highly recommend making it yourself! Here is the simple, delicious recipe mayo recipe!
