Description
Learn how to make delicious Garlicky Onion Smash Burgers at home with this easy recipe. These juicy burgers are packed with flavor and topped with savory onions and melted cheese for a truly satisfying meal.
Ingredients
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Ground Beef Mixture:
- 1 pound ground beef (80/20)
- 1 small onion, finely grated or very thinly sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Additional Ingredients:
- 4 slices cheddar or American cheese
- 4 burger buns
- Butter or oil for toasting buns
- Optional toppings: pickles, lettuce, tomato, mayo, mustard
Instructions
- Preheat the skillet: Preheat a cast iron skillet or griddle over medium-high heat until very hot.
- Mix the ground beef: Gently mix the ground beef with garlic, Worcestershire sauce, salt, and pepper—do not overmix. Divide into 4 equal balls.
- Toast the buns: Butter and toast the buns on the skillet until golden, then set aside.
- Smash the burgers: Place one beef ball onto the hot skillet, top with a small handful of onions, and immediately smash flat with a spatula or burger press. Cook, flip, add cheese, and cook until melted and edges are crisp.
- Assemble: Assemble the burgers on toasted buns with desired toppings and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra onion flavor, double the onions and caramelize some separately to add on top.
- Don’t skip the smash—it creates that irresistible crispy crust.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 520
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 670mg
- Fat: 34g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 31g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
