Description
Juicy oklahoma smash burgers deliver classic american diner flavor with crispy edges and rich beef taste. Melted cheese, caramelized onions, and golden griddle marks complete this irresistible burger experience you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 pound (454 grams) ground beef
- 4 slices american cheese
Vegetables and Aromatics:
- 1 large onion, thinly sliced
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato slices
Seasonings and Bread:
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
- 4 hamburger buns
- Condiments of choice (mustard, ketchup, pickles, etc.)
Instructions
- Preheat griddle to medium-high heat, coating surface with nonstick spray. Lightly toast buns until golden and set aside.
- Gently separate ground beef into 4 loose portions without compressing, keeping meat at room temperature.
- Scatter thin onion slices directly onto hot griddle surface. Position beef ball atop onion layer.
- Using heavy spatula, forcefully press beef into onions, creating ultra-thin 1/4 inch patties. Generously season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
- Cook patties for 2-3 minutes until crispy edges develop. Rapidly flip and cook opposite side for additional minute. Immediately place cheese slice on each patty, allowing quick melting.
- Transfer seared patties onto toasted bun bases. Layer with desired condiments like ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise. Add optional toppings such as lettuce, tomato, or pickles. For double burger option, stack two patties on single bun. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Notes
- Choose high-fat ground beef like 80/20 chuck for juicier, more flavorful smash burgers that develop a crispy, caramelized exterior.
- Use a flat metal spatula with a sharp edge to achieve the perfect smash technique, ensuring maximum surface contact with the griddle for optimal browning.
- Keep meat portions loosely packed to maintain a tender texture, preventing overworking which can make burgers tough and dense.
- Toast buns directly on the griddle for extra flavor and crunch, creating a delightful contrast to the crispy beef patty.
- For gluten-free options, swap regular buns with lettuce wraps or gluten-free burger buns without compromising taste and texture.
- Experiment with different cheese varieties like sharp cheddar, pepper jack, or blue cheese to elevate the burger’s flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg