Ingredients:

  • 1.25 lb ground chuck (80/20 fat ratio)
  • 1 tbsp Blackstone Smash Burger Seasoning
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1/2 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 tbsp finely diced dill pickles
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • 4 brioche burger buns
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • 1 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened

Instructions:

  1. Divide the ground chuck into 4 equal portions (approx 5 oz each) and gently roll them into loose spheres without packing them tightly.
  2. Place the beef spheres on a tray and refrigerate for 10 minutes to ensure a better crust.
  3. Preheat the Blackstone griddle to medium-high (approximately 450°F) and apply a thin layer of neutral oil.
  4. Place the chilled beef balls on the griddle.
  5. Immediately place a square of parchment paper over each ball and press down firmly with a burger press for 10 seconds until the patty is thin and translucent at the edges.
  6. Season the patties generously with the Blackstone Smash Burger Seasoning.
  7. Prepare the sauce by mixing mayonnaise, tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, diced dill pickles, and smoked paprika.
  8. Toast brioche buns with softened butter on the griddle until golden brown.
  9. Add American cheese to the patties during the final minute of cooking until melted.
  10. Assemble by placing the patty on the toasted bun, adding the smash burger sauce and sliced onions.