Smash Burger Bowl
A Smash Burger Bowl combines the flavors of a classic smash burger with fresh greens and a creamy special sauce, perfect for a quick and indulgent meal prep option.
Ingredients
For the special sauce
- 100 g mayonnaise
- 36 g ketchup
- 15 g sweet pickle relish
- 1 tsp white vinegar
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 pinch salt to taste
- 1 pinch pepper to taste
Main ingredients
- 454 g ground beef, 80/20 for best flavor and crust
- 4 slices cheddar cheese
- 200 g romaine lettuce
- 150 g cherry tomatoes
- 60 g pickles, sliced
Instructions
Preparation
- In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, ketchup, sweet pickle relish, white vinegar, paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch each of salt and pepper until smooth.
- Chill the sauce in refrigerator for at least 10 minutes.
- Divide the ground beef into four equal portions (about 4 ounces each) and gently form into loose balls. Do not overwork or pack the meat tightly.
Cooking
- Heat a large 12-inch cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat for about 4 minutes until smoking hot.
- Place the beef balls on the hot skillet and press down hard with a heavy-duty metal spatula for 10-15 seconds until the patties are about 1/4-inch thick.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until edges are dark mahogany brown and crispy.
- Flip the patties, top each with cheese, and cook for 60-90 seconds until melted and bubbly.
Assembly
- Remove patties from heat and let rest for 1 minute, then chop into 1-2 inch pieces.
- Divide chopped romaine among four bowls, top with cherry tomatoes, red onion, pickles, and cheeseburger pieces.
- Drizzle with special sauce and serve immediately.
Notes
Leftovers store well for 3 days in the fridge. Reheat patties in a hot skillet for 1-2 minutes if needed. For variations, consider vegetarian options or Tex-Mex adaptations.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g
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