Why settle for ordinary burgers when you can give them a smashing twist? This method ensures a superior crust, capturing both flavor and texture. With a few extra tricks, you'll turn this burger into an unforgettable delight for your guests.
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Ingredients
For the Herb Sauce:
10 grams or 0.35 oz fresh parsley
10 grams or 0.35 oz fresh chives
2 cloves of fresh garlic
3 tbsp sunflower oil
- 1 tsp PitmasterX Texas BBQ seasoning
For the Burger Patties
600 grams or 1.1 lbs ground beef
- 250 ml or 1 cup Burger bun sauce
For the Assembly
6 Burger Buns
6 slices cheese
1 tbsp parmesan cheese
1 sweet onion
2 shallot
100 grams or 3.5 oz pickles
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How to
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Begin by making the herb sauce. Combine chopped parsley, chives, minced garlic, sunflower oil, salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and Texas BBQ seasoning in a bowl. Blitz until smooth.
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Next, prepare the burger sauce by mixing mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, pickle juice, beef seasoning, and onion powder in a separate bowl until well combined.
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For the burgers, ensure the meat is minced finely for a smooth consistency, ideally passing it through a grinder twice. Season the minced meat with salt and pepper, then form it into balls slightly larger than a golf ball.
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Preheat your BBQ to a high heat (around 232°C or 450°F). If using a charcoal grill, let the charcoal burn until white-hot and place the grill grates.
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Start by grilling the buns with a bit of the herb sauce for a crispy, flavorful touch. Set aside once browned.
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Cook the shallots and sweet onion with a bit of oil on the grill until they're soft and sweet. Remove and keep warm.
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Grill the burger patties, pressing them down firmly with a burger press covered with baking paper to prevent sticking. Cook until they develop a good crust, then flip. Season with a bit of PitmasterX beef seasoning, top with a slice of cheese, and close the grill lid to let the cheese melt.
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Assemble the burgers by placing a patty on each bun base, followed by grilled onions, a generous dollop of burger sauce, slices of pickles, and the top bun. Serve immediately and enjoy the depth of flavors in your homemade Smash Burger, perfect for any BBQ occasion.
