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Classic Smash Burgers

Crispy-edged smash burgers with nothing but beef, salt, and butter. The carnivore staple.

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Sarah Chen 4.5 (2 ratings) 2 made this 1 saved
Classic smash burgers on a cast iron skillet
Prep
5 min
Cook
10 min
Servings
4
Difficulty
easy
450 cal
35g protein
33g fat

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef 80/20
  • 1 tbsp butter (for the pan)
  • salt (to taste)

Instructions

  1. 1

    Divide ground beef into 4 equal balls. Do not overwork the meat.

  2. 2

    Heat cast iron skillet to smoking hot. Add butter.

  3. 3

    Place beef balls on skillet, smash flat with a press or spatula.

  4. 4

    Season with salt. Cook 2-3 minutes until edges are crispy.

  5. 5

    Flip once, cook 1-2 more minutes. Serve immediately.

Reviews (2)

J
Jake Morrison Made this

Perfect smash burgers. So simple and delicious.

M
Maria Santos Made this

Great recipe! I added some garlic salt.