Jalapeño-Onion Smash Burgers

Here’s a recipe for delicious Jalapeño-Onion Smash Burgers:

Ingredients

For the Patties:

• 1 lb ground beef (preferably 80/20)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 4 slices of cheddar cheese (or your preferred cheese)

For the Toppings:

• 1 large onion, thinly sliced
• 2-3 jalapeños, thinly sliced (adjust to your spice preference)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste

For the Burger Assembly:

• 4 burger buns, toasted
• Lettuce leaves
• Tomato slices
• Pickles
• Mayonnaise
• Ketchup
• Mustard

Instructions

1. Prepare the Toppings:
   • In a skillet over medium heat, add olive oil.
   • Once hot, add the sliced onions and cook until they start to caramelize (about 10-15 minutes).
   • Add the sliced jalapeños and cook for an additional 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper. Set aside.
2. Make the Patties:
   • Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
   • Heat a cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat until it is very hot.
   • Place the beef balls onto the hot skillet, then immediately smash them flat with a heavy spatula or burger press. Season with salt and pepper.
   • Cook for 2-3 minutes until the edges are crispy and brown.
   • Flip the patties, place a slice of cheese on each, and cook for another 1-2 minutes until the cheese melts and the patties are cooked to your liking.
3. Assemble the Burgers:
   • Spread mayonnaise, ketchup, and mustard on the bottom halves of the toasted buns.
   • Place a lettuce leaf and a slice of tomato on each bottom bun.
   • Add a cheeseburger patty on top.
   • Spoon the caramelized onion and jalapeño mixture over the patties.
   • Add pickles if desired.
   • Top with the other half of the buns.
4. Serve and Enjoy:
   • Serve the burgers immediately with your favorite sides.

Enjoy your Jalapeño-Onion Smash Burgers!