Description
Juicy and crispy smash burgers that are easy to make and fully customizable.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
- 4 burger buns
- Cheese (optional)
- Toppings (e.g., lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles)
Instructions
- Preheat a skillet over high heat.
- Divide the ground beef into balls and season with salt and pepper.
- Place the beef balls on the skillet and smash them down with a spatula.
- Cook until crispy edges form, about 2-3 minutes, then flip.
- Add cheese if desired and cook for an additional minute.
- Toast the burger buns in the skillet if desired.
- Assemble the burgers with your preferred toppings and serve immediately.
Notes
For best results, use fresh ground beef and ensure the skillet is very hot before cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Pan-frying
- Cuisine: American