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MSG Smash Burgers

Delicious MSG Smash Burgers

Enjoy the umami-packed Delicious MSG Smash Burgers, quick to make and utterly delicious.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 burgers
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG)
  • 4 slices American cheese
  • Lettuce as desired
  • Tomato as desired
  • Pickles as desired

Equipment

  • Grill or Skillet
  • Spatula
  • mixing bowl

Method
 

  1. Preheat your grill or skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
  2. In a bowl, mix the ground beef with MSG until well combined.
  3. Divide the beef into four equal portions and shape them into loose balls.
  4. Place each ball on the hot surface and smash down with a spatula to form patties.
  5. Cook for 2-3 minutes until browned; flip and add cheese on top.
  6. Cover for 1 minute until the cheese melts completely.
  7. Assemble burgers with preferred toppings and serve immediately.

Nutrition

Serving: 1burgerCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 28gFat: 30g

Notes

Feel free to customize with different cheeses and toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to three days.

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