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Crispy Blackstone Griddle Smash Burger Recipe with Easy Special Sauce

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A quick and easy smash burger recipe cooked on a Blackstone griddle, featuring a crispy crust and a tangy, creamy special sauce made from pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • Soft hamburger buns (brioche or potato buns recommended)
  • Butter, for toasting buns (unsalted, softened)
  • ½ cup (120ml) mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon yellow mustard
  • 1 teaspoon pickle relish
  • 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional toppings: sliced cheddar cheese, thinly sliced red onions, crisp lettuce leaves, fresh tomato slices, pickles

Instructions

  1. Preheat your Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat (about 400°F or 200°C) and let it warm up for 5-7 minutes.
  2. Prepare the special sauce by combining mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, apple cider vinegar, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Stir well and refrigerate until serving.
  3. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal balls (about 4 ounces or 113g each) without overworking the meat.
  4. Spread softened butter on the cut sides of the buns and toast them butter-side down on the griddle for 1-2 minutes until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
  5. Place one beef ball on the hot griddle and press down firmly with a metal spatula to flatten into a thin patty about ¼-inch (6mm) thick. Hold pressure for 10 seconds. Repeat with remaining balls, spacing them 3 inches apart.
  6. Season the exposed side of each patty immediately with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until edges are dark brown and crispy.
  7. Flip the patties carefully using the spatula. If using cheese, place a slice on each patty now. Cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and burgers are cooked through.
  8. Assemble the burgers by spreading a generous layer of special sauce on the toasted bun bottoms, adding the patty, then preferred toppings, and topping with the bun crown.
  9. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Keep the griddle hot to maintain a crispy crust. Do not overcrowd the cooking surface. Use a thin metal spatula for best smashing and flipping results. Toast buns to prevent sogginess. The special sauce tastes better after sitting for a few hours. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. For dairy-free, use plant-based mayo.

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Keywords: smash burger, Blackstone griddle, crispy burger, special sauce, easy burger recipe, backyard BBQ, quick dinner

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