Prep Time: 10 minutes 

Cook Time: 10 minutes

Servings: 2 burgers

Ingredients

For the Burger Patties: 

• 250g (½ lb) ground beef (80/20 fat ratio) 
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)
• 1 tsp garlic powder (optional)
• Butter or oil for greasing

For Assembly:

• 2 burger buns, lightly toasted 
• 2 slices of cheddar cheese 
  
• Lettuce leaves (washed and dried) 
• 1 tomato, sliced 
  
• Onion rings (raw or caramelized) 
  
• Pickles (optional) 
• Your favorite burger sauce (mayonnaise, mustard, ketchup mix)

Step-by-Step Process

 Step 1: Preheat Your Pan or Griddle

• Heat a heavy cast iron skillet or flat griddle on high heat until it’s smoking hot. 
• Lightly grease it with oil or butter. 
• Step 2: Form Meat Balls
• Divide ground beef into two equal balls (don’t flatten yet!). 
  
• Don’t overwork the meat—this helps keep it juicy.

 Step 3: Smash the Patties 

• Place one meat ball on the hot skillet.  
• Immediately smash it flat using a metal spatula or burger press (use parchment paper in between to avoid sticking). 
  
• Hold the press for 10 seconds for a nice sear.

 Step 4: Season and Flip 

• Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. 
• Cook for 2–3 minutes until edges are crispy and browned. 
• Flip, place a slice of cheese on top, and cook for 1 minute until melted.

 Step 5: Toast and Assemble

• Toast burger buns with butter on the pan.  
• On the bottom bun, add lettuce, tomato, and the cheesy patty. 
• Top with onions, pickles, and burger sauce.
• Cover with the top bun and serve hot!

Expert Tips

• Use 80/20 ground beef for perfect juiciness and flavor. 
• Smash the patty within 30 seconds of placing it on the pan. 
• Don’t overcrowd the skillet—cook in batches if needed.

Serving Ideas

Serve your smashed burgers with:

• French fries or sweet potato fries 
  
• Cold drinks or milkshakes 
  
• Extra burger sauce on the side

Nutritional Values