Description
Experience the mouthwatering delight of MSG Smash Burgers! These juicy beef patties are smashed to perfection on a hot grill, creating crispy edges and a tender center. Enhanced with the umami goodness of monosodium glutamate (MSG), each bite is a savory explosion of flavor. Perfect for summer cookouts or weeknight dinners, this recipe is a must-try for burger enthusiasts looking to elevate their grilling game.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 meat-to-fat ratio)
- 1 tsp monosodium glutamate (MSG)
- 4 soft burger buns
- 4 slices American cheese
- Lettuce, tomato, pickles (as desired)
Instructions
- Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
- In a bowl, mix the ground beef with MSG until well combined.
- Divide the beef into four equal portions and shape them into loose balls.
- Place each ball on the hot surface and smash down with a spatula to form patties.
- Cook for 2-3 minutes until browned; flip and add cheese on top.
- Cover for 1 minute until the cheese melts completely.
- Assemble burgers with preferred toppings and serve immediately.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger (approx. 200g)
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 28g
- Cholesterol: 90mg