Smash Burger Patties
580Calories
40gProtein
44gFat
1gNet Carbs
Per serving · recipe makes 3. Scale any portion and auto-track it in the app.
Ingredients
- 1 lb of 80/20 ground beef
- 1 tbsp butter
- Cheese
Method
PREP
- Loosen 1 lb of 80/20 ground beef into 2 to 3 oz balls; do not pack them.
COOKING
- Heat a cast-iron skillet to 400 to 500F until a drop of water skitters.
- Set a ball on the dry surface and smash flat to 1/4 inch within 10 seconds with a stiff spatula; salt the top. Sear undisturbed 60 to 90 seconds until the edges are lacy and deep brown, then flip.
- Lay a slice of cheddar on each, add a splash of water, and cover 30 to 45 seconds to melt (ground beef should reach 160F).
FINISH
- Baste with 1 tbsp butter (total, across the batch), stack the patties, and serve with the crispy edges intact. Serves 3 (2 patties each).
💡 Pro-Tip: Smash within 10 seconds while the fat is still cold — after that the proteins set and the patty will not press thin enough for lacy edges.
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