Description
Indulge in the ultimate Juicy Smashed Patty Burger with a delectable Secret Sauce that elevates the flavors to another level. This diner-style burger is a must-try for burger enthusiasts!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Burger:
- 1½ pounds ground beef (80/20)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 4 brioche or hamburger buns (toasted)
- 4 slices American or cheddar cheese
- 1 tablespoon butter or oil for cooking
- Lettuce leaves
- Sliced tomato
- Sliced pickles
- Thinly sliced red onion
For the Secret Sauce:
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 teaspoon pickle relish
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- Pinch of paprika
Instructions
- Prepare Secret Sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together all secret sauce ingredients until smooth. Cover and refrigerate until ready to use.
- Shape and Cook Patties: Divide the ground beef into 8 equal portions and loosely shape into balls. Heat a skillet, then smash the balls into thin patties. Cook until crispy and browned.
- Assemble Burgers: Spread secret sauce on toasted buns, layer with lettuce, tomato, cheese-covered patties, pickles, and onion. Serve hot with fries or chips.
Notes
- Double up the patties for extra juiciness and flavor.
- The secret sauce can be made up to 5 days in advance and stored in the fridge.
- For a spicy kick, add a dash of hot sauce to the secret sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 720
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 48g
- Saturated Fat: 19g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 39g
- Cholesterol: 135mg
