Smash Burger Recipe

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  1 lbs 90/10 Ground Beef
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  0.5 tbsp Worcestershire Sauce

  Lea & Perrins is the standard. A little goes a long way.

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  0.5 tbsp Olive oil

  Regular (not extra-virgin) olive oil for high-heat cooking. EVOO for dressings.

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  0.8 tsp ¾ teaspoon kosher salt
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  0.5 tsp ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
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  2 tbsp Canola oil
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  6 Cheddar Cheese(168g)
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  3 Bread, Brioche Bun(255g)

Instructions

1. 1Combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper in a large bowl using a fork or your fingers—mix gently without compacting the meat. Divide the mixture into 6 evenly sized balls and leave unshaped.
2. 2Heat a griddle or large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat for 3–4 minutes until very hot. Turn on your exhaust fan or open a window, as the burgers will produce smoke.
3. 3Brush all 6 beef balls generously with canola oil. Place 3 balls into the hot skillet, spacing them evenly. Immediately lay parchment paper over each ball and use a sturdy metal spatula or the back of a small pot to press down very firmly with circular motions until the patties are paper-thin (a scant ¼-inch thick). Remove and discard the parchment.
4. 4Cook over medium-high heat for 1–2 minutes without moving them until a deep golden-brown crust forms on the bottom and the patties release easily from the pan. The tops should still look red.
5. 5Flip the patties carefully, ensuring the crust stays intact. Place 1 slice of sharp cheddar on top of each patty and cook for 1 minute more over medium-high heat until the underside is deeply browned and the cheese melts slightly.
6. 6Transfer the first batch to a plate and repeat steps 3–5 with the remaining 3 beef balls and 3 cheese slices. Stack the second patty directly on top of each first patty to create double-stacked burgers.
7. 7Place the brioche buns cut-sides down in the hot skillet over medium-high heat for 1–2 minutes until golden brown and lightly toasted.
8. 8Assemble each double-stacked burger onto a toasted bun, divide evenly into 3 airtight containers while warm, and add desired toppings before serving.