Nitrate & Nitrite Free Classic Smash Burger
Total time35 min
Prep time15 min
Cook time20 min
4.9(28)
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4 servings
For the burger sauce
- ⅓ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp ketchup
- 1 tbsp yellow mustard
- 1 tbsp dill pickle brine
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
For the burgers
- 1 ½ lb 80/20 ground beef
- 1 tsp kosher salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (such as canola oil or vegetable oil)
- 8 slices american cheese
- 4 brioche burger buns
- 1 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
For serving
- 1 medium white onion, very thinly sliced
- dill pickle slices
- shredded iceberg lettuce (optional)
- tomato slices (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Make the burger sauce: stir together the mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, pickle brine, garlic powder, onion powder, and smoked paprika in a small bowl until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- 2
Divide the ground beef into 8 equal loose balls (about 3 oz each). Do not pack or shape them — keep them shaggy. Season the tops generously with salt and pepper just before cooking.
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