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Croissant Smash Burger

40 minServes 2Nutri-Score D€€
from @platedbyyuri10 imports1 cooked
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what you need

Ingredients

2 people
  • butter croissants (large, sliced in half horizontally)Bakery2 pieces
  • ground beef (80/20, divided into two portions)Meat227 g
  • salt (to taste)Spices3 g
  • black pepper (freshly ground)Spices1 g
  • American or sharp cheddar cheese (sliced)Dairy2 pieces
  • lettuce (leaves, washed)Produce30 g
  • tomato (thick slices)Produce2 pieces
  • yellow onion (large, thinly sliced)Produce1 piece
  • neutral oilPantry15 ml
  • mayonnaisePantry45 ml
  • ketchupPantry15 ml
  • mustardPantry5 ml
  • dill pickle (finely chopped)Produce15 g
  • paprikaSpices1 g
  • garlic powderSpices1 g
  • butter (melted)Dairy30 g
  • fresh parsley (finely chopped)Produce5 g

per serving

Nutrition

845kcal

Carbs
48 g
Proteins
31 g
Fat
59 g
Adapt tools

what you’ll use

Tools

  • Frying pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Pastry brush

step by step

Method

  1. Caramelize the onions

    • Heat the oil in a pan over medium-low heat.
    • Add the sliced onion and a pinch of salt.
    • Cook slowly, stirring occasionally, until deeply golden brown and soft.
    Step 1

  2. Make the dill burger sauce

    • Mix the mayonnaise, ketchup, mustard, chopped dill pickle, paprika, garlic powder and black pepper until smooth.
    • Set aside.
    Step 2

  3. Toast the croissants

    • Slice the croissants in half horizontally.
    • Toast them cut side down in a pan over medium heat until lightly golden and slightly crisp.
    • Remove and set aside.
    Step 3

  4. Form the patties

    • Divide the ground beef into two portions.
    • Press each portion between pieces of parchment or paper to form thin patties.
    • Season both sides with salt and black pepper.
    Step 4

  5. Smash and cook the patties

    • Heat a cast iron or stainless steel pan over high heat.
    • Add the thin patties and cook without moving until the edges are crispy and browned.
    • Flip, immediately add the cheese and cook until fully melted.
    Step 5

  6. Assemble the burgers

    • Spread dill burger sauce on the bottom half of each croissant.
    • Add lettuce and tomato, then the cheesy patty and the caramelized onions.
    • Add more sauce if desired and close with the top croissant.
    Step 6

  7. Brush with parsley butter and serve

    • Stir the chopped parsley and a pinch of salt into the melted butter.
    • Brush generously over the tops of the croissants.
    • Serve immediately while warm, crispy and glossy.
    Step 7
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