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Smash Burgers

Makes / serves: 4 double burgers

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Method

  1. Form 8 loose 100g balls without kneading.
  2. Heat a heavy griddle until very hot.
  3. Add beef balls and immediately smash thin with a sturdy spatula and baking parchment.
  4. Season; cook 2–3 minutes until deeply browned.
  5. Scrape cleanly, flip, add cheese and cook 1–2 minutes until cooked throughout.
  6. Stack two patties per toasted bun with toppings.