Halal Smash Burger

About this recipe

These mouthwatering halal smash burgers are made with perfectly seasoned beef and topped with melted cheese, fresh lettuce, tomatoes, and onions, all nestled in a toasted bun. The perfect comfort food, they are quick to make and loaded with flavor.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 4 slices American cheese
• 4 hamburger buns
• 1/2 cup shredded lettuce
• 1 tomato, sliced
• 1/2 onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup pickles, sliced
• 1/4 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tbsp ketchup
• 1 tbsp mustard
• 1 tbsp pickle relish
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1/4 tsp onion powder

Directions

1. 1

   Mix ground beef with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and onion powder.

2. 2

   Divide and shape into 4 balls, then flatten each slightly.

3. 3

   Heat a skillet over medium-high; add patties and smash them down with a spatula.

4. 4

   Cook for 2-3 minutes per side; place cheese on patties to melt.

5. 5

   Toast buns in the same skillet until golden.

6. 6

   Mix mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, pickle relish, garlic powder, and onion powder for the sauce.

7. 7

   Spread sauce on buns; assemble with lettuce, tomato, onion, pickles, and cheese-topped patties.

8. 8

   Serve immediately!