Gluten-Free Classic Smash Burger
Savor the irresistible flavors of a Gluten-Free Classic Smash Burger, a crowd-pleasing favorite tailored for gluten-free lifestyles! This recipe combines perfectly seasoned ground beef with crunchy toppings and melty cheddar cheese, all nestled in toasted gluten-free buns. The patties are flattened and seared to perfection on a hot skillet, creating a delectable crust that locks in juiciness. Topped with crisp lettuce, ripe tomato slices, tangy pickles, and zesty onions, then finished with a dollop of mustard and ketchup for the ultimate flavor balance, this burger delivers all the classic appeal without compromising dietary preferences. Quick to prepare in under 30 minutes, it’s the ideal choice for anyone craving a comforting yet gluten-free indulgence. Perfect for weeknight dinners or backyard barbecues, these smash burgers redefine a timeless favorite in the most delicious way!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80% lean, 20% fat)
- 4 Gluten-free burger buns
- 4 Gluten-free cheddar cheese slices
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 1 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 Lettuce leaves
- 1 Tomato, sliced
- 0.25 cup Pickles, sliced
- 0.25 cup Yellow mustard
- 0.25 cup Ketchup
- 1 Onion, thinly sliced
Instructions
Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions, about 4 ounces each. Roll each portion gently into a ball, making sure not to compress the meat too much.
Preheat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon of butter, allowing it to melt and start to foam.
Place 2 balls of beef onto the skillet. Using a heavy spatula or a burger press, smash the balls down into flat patties, about 1/2-inch thick. Season these generously with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Cook the patties for about 2-3 minutes until the edges start to brown and the juices bubble up at the center. Flip the patties and immediately place a slice of cheddar cheese on top to melt. Cook for another 1-2 minutes.
Remove the patties from the skillet and repeat the process with the remaining balls of beef, adding more butter to the skillet if necessary.
While the beef patties are cooking, toast the gluten-free buns by spreading a little butter on the cut sides and placing them on the skillet until golden brown.
Assemble the burgers by spreading a layer of mustard and ketchup on the bottom bun. Add lettuce, the cheesy burger patty, tomato slices, pickles, onion slices, and top with the other half of the bun.
Serve immediately while hot and enjoy the juicy, flavorful tastes of a Gluten-Free Classic Smash Burger!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.2 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 75.1 g | 376% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 499 mg | 166% | |
| Sodium | 4325 mg | 188% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 199.1 g | 72% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.3 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 39.3 g | ||
| Protein | 121.5 g | 243% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1051 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 15.9 mg | 88% | |
| Potassium | 2039 mg | 43% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
