Crispy smash burger patties made with ibp Trusted Excellence® Ground Beef 80% , layered with shredded iceberg lettuce, sliced white onion and crinkle-cut dill pickles on a toasted brioche bun. Finished with creamy Big Dill Special Sauce for bold, tangy pickle flavor in every bite.
Directions
- Divide the IBP Ground Beef into 20 loose 2 oz balls. Handle gently and avoid overworking to keep the interior tender. Hold cold at or below 40°F until the flat-top is fully heated.
- Prep the garnishes. Shred the iceberg lettuce and thinly slice the white onion. Portion the crinkle-cut dill pickle slices into service-ready cups or hotel pans, for finishing. Hold all garnishes cold and covered. Split the brioche buns and set your station for a fast, single-pass build.
- Bring the flat-top to 400°F to 425°F. A properly ripping surface is critical for the deep, lacy crust that defines a true smash burger.
- Place the beef balls on the flat-top and immediately press each one flat with a firm smash, using a sturdy spatula or press, to about 4 inches across and 1/4 inch thick. Season each patty with kosher salt and pepper. Do not move them while the crust develops.
- Cook undisturbed for 2 minutes until deep browning forms and the edges crisp. Flip each patty and cook 1 minute more until the internal temperature reaches 160°F. While the patties finish, butter the cut sides of the brioche buns and toast on the flat-top until golden about 60 to 90 seconds.
- Spread Big Dill Special Sauce generously on both bun faces. On the bottom bun, layer shredded iceberg lettuce, sliced white onion, and a generous portion of crinkle-cut dill pickles. Stack the two smashed patties, add another hit of sauce, and cap with the top bun. Serve immediately.