Shack Burger
Get ready to indulge in burger perfection with the Shack Burger, a masterful recreation of a fast-food favorite right at home. This recipe features juicy, smash-style ground beef patties seasoned with salt and pepper, cooked to crispy golden edges, and crowned with gooey melted American cheese. Sandwiched between buttery, toasted potato buns, each burger is layered with fresh iceberg lettuce, ripe tomato, and a tangy homemade ShackSauce made from mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, and a hint of cayenne for a flavorful kick. Perfectly crafted for burger enthusiasts, this Shack Burger elevates any weeknight meal or backyard barbecue experience. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s a quick, crowd-pleasing delight sure to satisfy every craving!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 pound Ground beef (80/20)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Black pepper
- 4 slices American cheese slices
- 4 buns Potato buns
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 4 leaves Iceberg lettuce
- 1 large Tomato (sliced)
- 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon Ketchup
- 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Pickle juice
- 1 pinch Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Start by preparing the ShackSauce. In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise, ketchup, Dijon mustard, pickle juice, and a pinch of cayenne pepper. Mix well until smooth and set aside.
Divide the ground beef into 4 equal-sized portions, shaping each into a loose ball. Sprinkle each ball with salt and pepper just before cooking.
Heat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the butter and allow it to melt and coat the surface.
Place the beef balls onto the skillet. Use a spatula to press each ball into a thin patty, about 1/2 inch thick. Ensure to smash the patties evenly.
Cook the patties for about 2-3 minutes on the first side, until the bottom is well-browned and crispy. Flip the patties over and immediately place a slice of American cheese on top of each one.
Continue cooking for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese has melted and the burgers are cooked to your liking.
While the patties are cooking, prepare the buns. Spread some butter on the inside of each bun and toast them on another skillet or in a toaster until golden brown.
Assemble the burgers: Spread ShackSauce on the top half of each bun. On the bottom half, place one cooked patty with melted cheese, followed by a leaf of iceberg lettuce, a slice of tomato, and finally cover with the top bun.
Serve immediately, pairing with your favorite sides.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 247.9 g | 318% | |
| Saturated Fat | 80.0 g | 400% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 613 mg | 204% | |
| Sodium | 6146 mg | 267% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 157.0 g | 57% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.1 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.4 g | ||
| Protein | 115.0 g | 230% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.4 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 1052 mg | 81% | |
| Iron | 17.0 mg | 94% | |
| Potassium | 2181 mg | 46% | |
*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.
