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dearcsona t1_j6hwgmb wrote

What makes a smash burger different than a hamburger?

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Krytenmoto t1_j6ibz2l wrote

Going out on a limb here but I think maybe you smash it.

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Averen t1_j6iq6vd wrote

Start with small meatballs and smash them onto a flat top or pan to get a good sear on a thin patty

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Feyden t1_j6izuh7 wrote

By smashing a ball flat, you create a rough edge, which you then cook in more grease or oil than you would use normally. This rough edge cooks faster than the rest of the burger, creating a crispy and delicious outer ring of caramelized goodness. You can't really do this on a grill, it needs to be a griddle/pan/flat-top so the edges can fry up.

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dearcsona t1_j6jwkkg wrote

Oh man. I wasn’t sold but your description now has me wanting to try it

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