Smash Burger Bowl (Print version)
Juicy seasoned beef, crisp lettuce, tangy pickles, and favorite toppings in a bowl for ultimate convenience and satisfaction.
# What you'll need:
→ Beef
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - ½ tsp black pepper
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder
→ Vegetables & Greens
05 - 4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1 cup dill pickles, sliced
→ Toppings
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
→ Smash Sauce
11 - ½ cup mayonnaise
12 - 2 tbsp ketchup
13 - 1 tbsp yellow mustard
14 - 1 tbsp dill pickle relish
15 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
16 - 1 tsp white vinegar
17 - Pinch of black pepper
→ Garnishes
18 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions
19 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
# Method:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, smoked paprika, vinegar, and pepper. Chill until ready to use.
02 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions. Place each on the hot skillet and press down firmly to flatten (about ½-inch thick). Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Break up into bite-sized pieces if desired.
03 - Divide shredded lettuce among 4 bowls. Top each with cherry tomatoes, red onion, pickles, and cooked bacon (if using).
04 - Add the cooked beef to each bowl and sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
05 - Spoon Smash Sauce generously over each bowl. Sprinkle with chives or green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve immediately.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- All the satisfaction of a burger without the bun coma
- The smash sauce keeps in your fridge for a week and makes everything taste better
- Customizable toppings mean everyone builds their perfect bowl
02 -
- Do not overcrowd your skillet or the beef will steam instead of getting that crispy smash burger edge
- The sauce needs at least 15 minutes in the fridge to reach its full potential
- Room temperature beef smashes better than cold straight from the fridge
03 -
- Cast iron retains heat better than stainless steel for achieving maximum crust
- A metal spatula gives you more leverage when smashing than plastic or silicone