Ultimate Smash Burgers Onions (Print Format)
Griddled smash burgers paired with sweet onions, special sauce, and pickles for a craveable handheld meal.
# Ingredients:
→ Burger Patties
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1½ pounds 80/20 ground beef, formed into loose 3-4 oz balls
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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4 slices American cheese or cheddar
→ Buns and Toppings
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4 brioche or potato burger buns
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Dill pickle slices
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1 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
→ Caramelized Onions
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1 tablespoon butter
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
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1 teaspoon balsamic glaze
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Pinch of salt
→ Burger Sauce
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½ cup mayonnaise
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2 tablespoons ketchup
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1 tablespoon yellow mustard
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1 tablespoon dill pickle juice
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1 teaspoon paprika
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Dash of hot sauce (optional)
# Steps:
01 -
Heat butter and olive oil on griddle over medium heat. Add sliced onions and a pinch of salt, then cook for 10-15 minutes until golden. Stir in Worcestershire sauce and balsamic glaze, then cook for an additional 2-3 minutes. Set aside.
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Combine mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, dill pickle juice, paprika, and hot sauce (if using) in a bowl. Mix until smooth, then refrigerate until needed.
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Preheat griddle to 450-500°F. Form ground beef into loose 3-4 oz balls without compacting.
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Place beef balls on the hot griddle and smash immediately with firm pressure. Season with salt and black pepper, then cook for 1½-2 minutes until edges are crispy.
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Flip patties, add cheese slices on top, and cook for 1 more minute. Toast the burger buns cut-side down on the griddle until golden.
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To assemble, place pickles on the bottom bun, followed by a cheesy beef patty, caramelized onions, and a generous spread of burger sauce on the top bun. Serve immediately.
# Tips:
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Smash burgers cook quickly due to their thinness; make sure the griddle is hot for crispy, caramelized edges.