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Spicy Nashville Smash Burger

A mouthwatering burger that combines juicy beef patties with a spicy kick, perfect for cookouts and weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Burger Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Form into balls of about 4 ounces each
  • to taste Salt For seasoning
  • to taste Pepper For seasoning
  • 4 pieces burger buns Can toast before serving
  • 1 tablespoon hot sauce
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise For mixing with hot sauce
  • Pickles For assembly
  • Shredded lettuce For assembly
  • Sliced tomatoes For assembly
  • Crispy bacon (optional) For assembly

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat a skillet or griddle over medium-high heat.
  2. Form the ground beef into balls (about 4 ounces each) and season with salt and pepper.
  3. Place the beef balls on the hot skillet and smash them down with a spatula to create a crispy edge.
  4. Cook for about 3 minutes until browned, then flip and cook for another 2 minutes.
  5. Mix the hot sauce and mayonnaise in a bowl for a spicy sauce.
  6. Assemble the burgers by spreading the sauce on the buns, adding the cooked patties, pickles, lettuce, tomatoes, and bacon if desired.
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!

Notes

Store leftover components separately in the fridge for up to 3 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Toast buns for better texture.