Homemade Smash Burgers | Protein Plates Recipe Book
If there's one fakeaway you need a fool-proof recipe for, it's a homemade smash burger. This recipe from the Myprotein Recipe Book features pickled onions, burger sauce, and of course a succulent burger patty.
And it's the ultimate weekend treat, delivering flavour, versatility, and a whopping 44g of protein per burger. Perfect for a Friday night at home.
- What are smash burgers?
- Why you’ll love this homemade smash burger recipe
- Can you meal prep smash burgers?
- How to reheat smash burgers
- Variations and add-ins
- What can I serve with homemade smash burgers?
- Equipment needed
- Homemade smash burgers recipe
- Homemade smash burgers FAQs
What are smash burgers?
Smash burgers are all the rage right now. While typical burgers tend to be on the thicker side, around one inch, smash burgers are squashed down into thin patties. This means they get extra crispy when being cooked. Yum.
Why you’ll love this homemade smash burger recipe
If you’re a smash burger fan, this recipe will become a favourite. And if you’re yet to try one, this recipe will make you a convert. They’re so easy to make, and packed with flavour.
Can you meal prep smash burgers?
Indeed! Prepare the patties ahead of time, store them in airtight containers, and enjoy them throughout the week.
How to reheat smash burgers
- Preheat the oven to 200C.
- Place the patty on a wire rack for 3 minutes, flip, and heat for another two minutes.
- Toast the bun, assemble and enjoy.
Variations and add-ins
- Add bacon for extra salty, savoury flavour.
- Make it spicy with some sliced jalapenos and hot sauce.
- Add some seasonings to the meat mixture. Garlic powder, onion powder or smoked paprika work great.
What can I serve with homemade smash burgers?
- Fries
- Onion rings
- Coleslaw
- Potato salad
- Mac ‘n’ cheese
Equipment needed
- Griddle or cast-iron pan
- Mixing bowl
- Knife
- Boiling pan
- Spatula
Homemade smash burgers recipe
Servings: Serves 2
Prep time: 30 minutes
Cook time: 10 minutes
Ingredients
- 300 g lean beef mince
- Generous pinch salt & black pepper
- 2 tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp. coconut oil
- 2 slices Monterey Jack (or any other melting cheese)
- 1 tbsp. ketchup
- 1/2 tbsp. English mustard
- 1 tbsp. light mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp. chopped gherkins
- 120 ml white wine vinegar
- 120 ml water
- 2 tbsp. sugar
- 3 tbsp. salt
- 1 tsp. black peppercorns
- 1 medium red onion
- 2 burger buns
- Handful lettuce
- Couple gherkin slices
- Handful picked red onion slices
- 2 tomato slices
Instructions
Start with the pickled onions. Bring the white wine vinegar, water, sugar, salt and black peppercorns to a boil. Once the sugar and salt have dissolved, let it cool.
Slice the onion very thinly and place in a jar. Then, pour the pickling liquid on top and let it rest in the fridge.
The pickled onion slices will be ready in 30 minutes and can be kept in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Prepare the garnishes and make the burger sauce by mixing the ingredients until fully combined.
Cut the buns in half and toast in a heated cast-iron pan or griddle for 2-3 minutes. Spread the burger sauce on the top and bottom of each bun, then add lettuce, gherkins, and pickled red onions to the bottom bun.
To make the patties, place the beef mince in a bowl and season with salt, black pepper and Worcestershire sauce before mixing well. Allow to rest for 15 minutes before dividing the mixture into 4 and rolling into balls with your hands.
Make sure the cast-iron pan or griddle is very hot, add a little oil, and cook the patties in two batches, placing two beef balls in the pan with enough room to flatten.
Using a spatula or burger turner, press down on each beef ball until flat. Cook for 60 seconds on one side, then flip.
Add a Monterey Jack slice to one patty, then place the other patty on top. Once the cheese has melted, remove from the heat and add to your prepared burger bun. Repeat this process for the remaining beef patties.
Finish with tomato slices, then close the burger with the top bun, and tuck in.
| calories | 590 |
| totalFat | 21 |
| totalCarbohydrates | 53 |
| protein | 44 |
Homemade smash burgers FAQs
Can I cook the burgers in the air fryer?
Yes, you can cook these smash burgers in the air fryer. Simply prepare everything the same way, set the air fryer to 200 degrees, and cook for 8-10 mins, flipping halfway through.
Can I freeze the burger patties?
Of course. Once the patties are made, you can store them in an airtight freezer-suitable container separated by baking paper.
What toppings work best?
All the traditional burger toppings work just as well with smash burgers. Here are some of the best:
- Bacon
- Lettuce
- Gherkins
- Onions
- Tomatoes
Do I need to smash the burgers?
If you want a smash burger you do. But if you prefer your patties on the thicker side, you can follow this recipe without pressing the burger when it’s in the pan. Just remember it’ll take longer to cook.
Can I make the patties ahead of time?
Prepping the patties ahead of time will make the whole recipe much quicker, as you don’t have to spend time making them. You can simply take a ball from the fridge, squash it down in the pan, and enjoy.
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