The Burger I Never Make for Guests

Summary by Krater

The video demonstrates how to make a smash burger at home using a non-stick pan, detailing measurements, flipping cues, and bun selection.

From the video

Answers: How do you make a smash burger at home?

• smash burger technique
• patty thickness and shaping
• burger doneness indicators
• bun toasting and topping

Ingredients

• 1/2 lb ground beef
• salt
• pepper
• 1 slice American cheese
• brioche burger buns
• iceberg lettuce
• red onion
• mayonnaise
• chili peppers

What it concludes

• Smash burgers do not require a cast iron griddle and can be cooked successfully in a non-stick pan.
• Forming a dimple in the center of the patty prevents it from bulging as the meat shrinks during cooking.
• The patty should be flipped when red liquid starts pooling at the top and the sides are more than halfway brown.
• Covering the pan with a lid traps steam to melt the cheese completely.
• Using one flavorful condiment is enough when beef is the star of the burger.