Smash Burger

4 standard portions

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Ingredients

• ½ teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
• ½ teaspoon garlic powder
• ½ teaspoon onion powder
• 24 ounces ground beef (80/20)
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 8 slices American cheese

Method

1. In a small mixing bowl, combine the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder to create your seasoning mix.
2. Divide the meat into eight equal portions, each weighing approximately 3 ounces, and shape them into balls.
3. Preheat your flat-top grill and lightly coat it with oil to prevent sticking, and lightly sprinkle the seasoning mix over the top of each meatball.
4. Place the meatballs on the grill, seasoned side facing down.
5. Cover each meatball with a piece of parchment paper and use a heavy weight to press them into thin patties, paying extra attention to flatten the edges thoroughly.
6. Once flattened, season the exposed side of each patty.
7. Allow the patties to cook until the edges brown and the meat looks lacey and crispy, about 2 minutes.
8. Carefully slide a scraper under each patty and flip it over.
9. Place a slice of cheese on top of each patty immediately after flipping. Continue cooking until the cheese is thoroughly melted, about 2 minutes.
10. If you're making double-stack burgers, place one patty on top of another with the cheese in between. Remove the patties from the grill and serve immediately.