Bunless Smash Burgers

Bunless Smash Burgers 🍔

Juicy patties smashed thin for crispy edges, the backyard classic that beats any drive-thru.

15 min · Beginner · 420 cal · 35g protein · $3.20/serving · American

15minutes
4servings
420calories
35gprotein
$3.20per serving

Ingredients (serves 4)

  • 1.5 lb ground beef
  • 4 slices cheddar cheese
  • 1 onion
  • 4 lettuce leaves
  • 4 tomato slices
  • 4 dill pickle slices
  • 2 tbsp butter
  • Salt
  • Black Pepper

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Instructions

  1. 1

    Form ground beef into 8 thin patties about 2 inches wide, seasoning each with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat until smoking.

  3. 3

    Place 4 patties on the hot skillet and smash with a spatula for 30 seconds until edges crisp.

  4. 4

    Flip, top immediately with cheese, and cook 20 seconds more until melted.

  5. 5

    Stack two patties together and place on a bed of lettuce with tomato, onion, and pickle.

  6. 6

    Repeat with remaining patties and serve immediately.

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