Smash Burger Bowl (Printable Version)
Savory seasoned beef with fresh vegetables, cheese, and special sauce in a bowl
# What You Need:
→ Beef
01 - 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend recommended)
02 - 1 tsp kosher salt
03 - ½ tsp black pepper
04 - ½ tsp garlic powder
→ Vegetables & Greens
05 - 4 cups shredded iceberg lettuce
06 - 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
07 - ½ cup red onion, thinly sliced
08 - 1 cup dill pickles, sliced
→ Toppings
09 - 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
10 - ½ cup cooked bacon, crumbled (optional)
→ Smash Sauce
11 - ½ cup mayonnaise
12 - 2 tbsp ketchup
13 - 1 tbsp yellow mustard
14 - 1 tbsp dill pickle relish
15 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
16 - 1 tsp white vinegar
17 - Pinch of black pepper
→ Garnishes
18 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh chives or green onions
19 - 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional)
# How To Make It:
01 - In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, smoked paprika, vinegar, and pepper. Chill until ready to use.
02 - Heat a large skillet or griddle over medium-high heat. Divide ground beef into 4 equal portions. Place each on the hot skillet and press down firmly to flatten (about ½-inch thick). Season with salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side until browned and cooked through. Break up into bite-sized pieces if desired.
03 - Divide shredded lettuce among 4 bowls. Top each with cherry tomatoes, red onion, pickles, and cooked bacon (if using).
04 - Add the cooked beef to each bowl and sprinkle evenly with shredded cheddar cheese.
05 - Spoon Smash Sauce generously over each bowl. Sprinkle with chives or green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
06 - Serve immediately, optionally with burger bun croutons or fries on the side.
# Expert Suggestions:
01 -
- You get all the smash burger flavor without the post meal carb coma
- The crispy beef edges mixed with cool crunch creates textures regular burgers never achieve
02 -
- Never smash your beef before the pan is fully hot or you will steam the meat instead of searing it
- Let the cooked beef rest for two minutes before adding to bowls so the juices redistribute
03 -
- Use a cast iron skillet for the best crispy edges on your beef
- Sprinkle sesame seeds over the whole bowl for that burger bun flavor without the bread