Juicy Ground Beef Smash Burgers with Feta Cheese Twist
Delightful smash burgers featuring juicy beef and creamy feta cheese, perfect for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef Use high-quality beef for the best flavor.
- 1/2 cup feta cheese, crumbled Can substitute with blue cheese or cheddar.
- 2 tablespoons butter For the garlic butter.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor to the butter.
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 4 pieces burger buns
- Lettuce, tomato, and onion for toppings Customize with your favorite toppings.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, combine the ground beef with salt and pepper. Form the mixture into patties, about 3-4 ounces each.
- Preheat a skillet or grill over medium-high heat until hot.
Cooking
- Place the patties on the hot surface and cook for about 3-4 minutes on one side until nicely browned.
- Flip the patties and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, adding crumbled feta cheese on top during the last minute.
- Melt butter in a small pan over medium heat, add minced garlic, and sauté until fragrant.
- Soak burger buns in the garlic butter, toasting until golden brown.
Assembly
- Place the cheesy beef patty on the bottom half of a toasted bun, add toppings, and top with the other half of the bun.
Notes
Avoid overworking the meat to keep patties juicy. Resist pressing down on the burgers while they cook to retain juices. Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.