Homemade Five Guys Burger

Get ready to indulge in the ultimate homemade Five Guys style smash burger experience! This iconic American dish brings the flavors of your favorite burger joint right into your kitchen. With perfectly seasoned beef, melty cheese, and buttery toasted buns, this smash burger will quickly become a family favorite.
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Ingredients

🥩 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20)
🧂 1 teaspoon onion powder
🧄 1 teaspoon garlic powder
🌶️ 1 teaspoon Tony's seasoning or Cajun seasoning
🧀 4 slices of cheese (American or cheddar)
🍞 4 burger buns
🧈 2 tablespoons butter
🥗 Optional toppings: lettuce, tomato, pickles, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise

Instructions

1- Prepare the Beef:

In a bowl, add the ground beef and season with onion powder, garlic powder, and Tony's seasoning.
Mix the seasonings into the ground beef until well combined, but avoid overmixing to preserve the texture.

2- Form the Patties:

Divide the seasoned beef into 4 equal portions.
Roll each portion into a ball, then lightly flatten into patties. They should be about 4 inches in diameter.

3- Cook the Patties:

Heat a large non-stick pan or cast iron skillet over medium-high heat.
Add 1 tablespoon of butter to the pan.
Once the butter is melted and bubbling, place the patties on the skillet.
Using a sturdy spatula, smash the patties flat until they're about half an inch thick.
Cook for about 3 minutes on the first side until well browned.

4- Melt the Cheese:

Flip the patties and immediately place a slice of cheese on top of each.
Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the cheese is melted and the patties are cooked through.

5- Toast the Buns:

Remove the patties from the pan and set them aside.
Add the remaining tablespoon of butter to the pan.
Once melted, place the burger buns in the pan, cut side down, and toast until golden brown.

6- Assemble the Burgers:

Place the bottom half of the toasted buns on a plate.
Add any desired toppings such as lettuce, tomato, or pickles.
Stack 1-2 cheese-covered patties on each bun.
Top with condiments like ketchup, mustard, or mayonnaise.
Cover with the top bun and serve immediately.

Prep Time: Approximately 20 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 10 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: Approximately 600 calories per serving
Macros per Serving: Proteins: 30g, Fats: 40g, Carbohydrates: 30g
Equipment: Non-stick pan or cast iron skillet, spatula, mixing bowl