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Crispy Blackstone Smash Burgers Recipe with Creamy Comeback Sauce

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A quick and easy smash burger recipe cooked on a Blackstone griddle featuring crispy edges and a creamy, tangy comeback sauce perfect for casual gatherings or solo indulgence.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef, 80/20 blend
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 4 burger buns (brioche or potato buns preferred)
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • Optional toppings: sliced cheddar cheese, pickles, shredded lettuce, sliced tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp yellow mustard
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tbsp sweet pickle relish
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare the comeback sauce by combining mayonnaise, ketchup, yellow mustard, smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, sweet pickle relish, and apple cider vinegar in a small mixing bowl. Whisk until smooth, season with salt and pepper, cover, and refrigerate for about 15 minutes.
  2. Preheat the Blackstone griddle to medium-high heat (375-400°F).
  3. Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions and loosely roll into balls without overworking the meat.
  4. Spread softened butter on the cut sides of the buns and toast them face-down on the griddle until golden brown, about 1-2 minutes. Remove and set aside.
  5. Place each beef ball on the hot griddle spaced apart. Using a metal spatula, press firmly down to flatten to about ¼-inch thickness and hold pressure for 10 seconds to form a crust.
  6. Season the exposed meat with salt and pepper. Cook undisturbed for 2-3 minutes until edges are crispy and browned.
  7. Flip the patties carefully. If using cheese, place a slice on each patty immediately after flipping and cook for another 1-2 minutes until cheese melts and patties are cooked through.
  8. Assemble the burgers by spreading a generous layer of comeback sauce on the bottom bun, adding the patty, then topping with pickles, lettuce, tomato, and onions as desired. Cap with the toasted top bun.
  9. Serve immediately for best crispness and flavor.

Notes

Use ground beef with 20% fat for juicy, crispy edges. Do not overwork the meat. Preheat the griddle until very hot before smashing. Press firmly once and hold for 10 seconds. Do not move patties until crust forms. Add cheese after flipping. Let burgers rest briefly after cooking to retain juices. The comeback sauce benefits from resting in the fridge for at least 15 minutes and keeps well for up to a week. For gluten-free, use gluten-free buns or lettuce wraps. For dairy-free sauce, substitute mayo with vegan mayo.

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