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Smash Burger

Smash Burger

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Enjoy a perfectly juicy Smash Burger featuring smoky turkey bacon, melty plant-based cheese, and a flavorful touch of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural). This recipe delivers crispy edges and rich textures for a satisfying meal that is quick to prepare and easily customizable to suit your preferences.

Ingredients

Scale

For the Patties

  • 1 lb ground beef blend (with a bit of fat for juiciness)
  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste
  • 1 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)

Toppings and Extras

  • 4 slices smoked turkey bacon
  • 4 slices plant-based cheese (plant-based)
  • Soft burger buns, slightly toasted (or gluten-free buns or large lettuce leaves for wrap)
  • Pickles, to taste
  • Fresh lettuce leaves
  • Tomato slices
  • Onions, caramelized or raw

Sauce and Flavorings

  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • Favorite natural sauce (for spreading on buns)
  • Natural gelling agent (if making homemade sauces)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Patties: Start with fresh ground beef and form loosely into small balls, about 3 ounces each. Avoid overworking to keep texture light. Set aside while preheating skillet or griddle.
  2. Preheat and Smashing Technique: Heat a cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Place a meat ball on the skillet and press firmly with a spatula to flatten into a thin patty. Hold for 15-20 seconds to create crispy edges.
  3. Season and Flip: Season the patties with salt, pepper, and a splash of vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) after smashing. Cook about 2 minutes until golden crust forms, then flip. Immediately add a slice of plant-based cheese (plant-based) on top.
  4. Cook Smoked Turkey Bacon: While patties cook, pan-fry smoked turkey bacon until crisp. This will add a smoky crunch to your burger.
  5. Assemble the Smash Burger: Lightly toast buns. Spread your choice of natural sauce on the bottom bun, place the cheesy patty on top, then add smoked turkey bacon, pickles, lettuce, tomato, and onion. Finish with the top bun and enjoy.

Notes

  • Use a heavy spatula to press the patties evenly for thin, crispy crusts.
  • Cook in batches to avoid overcrowding and ensure perfect heat distribution.
  • Cover the pan for 30 seconds after adding cheese to melt it perfectly.
  • Use fresh vegetables and buns for the best texture and flavor.
  • Let patties rest 1-2 minutes off heat to retain juiciness before serving.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Pan-frying
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 burger
  • Calories: 450
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 75mg

Keywords: Smash Burger, turkey bacon burger, plant-based cheese, vegetarian Worcestershire sauce, crispy burger, quick burger recipe

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