Description
This Juicy Smashed Patty Burger recipe features a flavorful, crispy-edged beef patty cooked on a hot skillet and topped with a tangy secret sauce. Perfectly toasted buns, fresh lettuce, tomato, onions, and pickles complete this classic American burger that’s both satisfying and easy to make at home.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Patty:
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend for ideal juiciness)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
For the Secret Sauce:
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons ketchup
- 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
- 1 tablespoon pickle relish
- 1 teaspoon white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
For Assembling the Burger:
- 4 burger buns, toasted
- Fresh lettuce leaves
- Tomato slices
- Thinly sliced onions
- Pickle slices
Instructions
- Prepare the Secret Sauce: In a bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, pickle relish, white vinegar, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika. Mix well and chill in the refrigerator for at least 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.
- Cook the Patties: Heat a skillet over high heat until very hot. Divide the ground beef into four equal portions and form each into a loose ball. Season each ball with salt and pepper. Place each ball onto the skillet and use a spatula to smash it down into a thin patty. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes on the first side until a crispy crust forms, then flip and cook for another 2 to 3 minutes on the other side until cooked through.
- Assemble the Burger: Spread a generous layer of the secret sauce on the bottom half of each toasted bun. Layer with fresh lettuce leaves, a slice of tomato, the hot smashed patty, thinly sliced onions, and pickle slices. Top with the other half of the bun and serve immediately.
Notes
- Use an 80/20 beef blend for the best balance of flavor and juiciness.
- Smashing the patty thinly is key to creating crispy edges.
- Chilling the secret sauce enhances its flavor by allowing the spices to meld.
- Serve immediately after assembling for the best texture and flavor.
- Can be customized with cheese or additional toppings as desired.
