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Crab Cake Egg Rolls Recipe

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A classic Smash Burger recipe featuring crispy, juicy beef patties topped with melty American cheese and a tangy, easy secret sauce, served on soft brioche buns with fresh toppings.

Ingredients

Burger

  • 1 lb 80/20 ground beef
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 4 brioche buns
  • lettuce, to taste
  • tomato slices, to taste
  • pickles, to taste
  • onions, to taste

Secret Sauce

  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp Dijon mustard
  • 1 tbsp pickle juice

Instructions

  1. Preheat Grill or Skillet: Heat your grill or skillet to medium-high heat to ensure a good sear for the burgers.
  2. Make Secret Sauce: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, and pickle juice until smooth and well blended.
  3. Form Beef Balls: Divide the ground beef into four loose balls, then season each generously with salt and black pepper.
  4. Smash Patties: Place each beef ball onto the hot grill or skillet, then firmly smash down to form thin patties. Cook for about 3 minutes until crispy edges develop.
  5. Flip and Add Cheese: Flip the patties over and immediately place a slice of American cheese on each. Cook for an additional 1 minute, until the cheese has melted.
  6. Assemble Burgers: Spread the secret sauce on the top and bottom brioche buns, then layer with a cheesy patty and desired toppings such as lettuce, tomato, pickles, and onions.

Notes

  • Use 80/20 ground beef for optimal juiciness and flavor.
  • Smashing the patties ensures crispy edges and a flavorful crust.
  • Preheat your cooking surface thoroughly to prevent sticking.
  • Feel free to customize toppings to your preference.
  • The secret sauce can be stored in the refrigerator for up to a week.
  • Brioche buns add a buttery sweetness that complements the savory burger perfectly.