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Smash burger
Heat a cast-iron pan until it almost smokes. Toast buns. Smash each ball thin with a spatula or a second pan. Salt.
Watch: Do not move them until the crust sets.
Questions about this dish
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How long does Smash burger take?
20 min all in โ 10 min prep, 10 min cook. Cook and rest follow the method. Leftover storage and optional extra waits are not included.
How many does it serve?
The recipe is written for 2 burgers (double smash). Scale the ingredient list on the page if you are cooking for a different number.
How hard is it?
Easy.
How spicy is it?
No chilli.
What allergens should I watch?
This recipe is labelled for Wheat, Milk, Eggs. Labels are informational โ check the packets in your kitchen. This is not medical advice.
Does it fit a diet?
The published recipe is labelled Nut-free.
What does it cost to cook?
Weeknight budget โ about $8โ16 USD, as a grocery budget for this recipe, not a restaurant price.
What equipment do I need?
Frying pan.
How much salt do I put in?
The recipe lists Salt at 1 tsp.
What can I use instead?
American cheese โ Cheddar. Less diner-melt, still a burger.
What should I watch for?
Do not move them until the crust sets.
Any tips from this recipe?
80/20 mince. Lean mince is a sad disc. Parchment between spatula and meat helps the smash.
Can I use an air fryer?
This method is not written for an air fryer. The core technique on the page still applies.