Double cheese smashburgers with bacon in 2 variations - bacon jam and fried bacon. Decadent - yes, delicious - absolutely.
| Servings | 1 Portions |
| Tags | American | Beef | Burger | Main Course |
| Allergens | Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Sesame, Wheat |
| Prep Time | 30 min |
| Cook Time | 15 min |
A symphony in bacon! Hmmm, maybe a bit too much... But it's delicious anyway. With a relatively quick bacon jam and oven-fried bacon slices, this is a massive burger that will surely satisfy the bacon lover.
I make the bacon jam in advance and then leave it in the fridge where it will last for a few days. It will also harden and become a bit grey and dull, but when it is heated up, it becomes wonderfully red again. I simply take the bacon slices and cook them in a 200°C oven, until they are crispy. They are then allowed to rest for a while on a paper towel to let some extra fat drain while the rest of the burger is cooked.
I have written a little about my experiences with smashburgers in this article and hope that it can explain the things that I may not go through in detail right here in the recipe. There I write a little about what type of ground beef is good to use and things to think about in general.
I don't have a fancy griddle or the like unfortunately, but you can also do this in a regular durable frying pan. However, the frying pan needs to withstand a little scraping so use carbon steel or stainless steel frying pan (absolutely do not use a frying pan with a non-stick coating). Sure, it's a bit cramped in the pan, but you can do it in batches instead if you think it's easier. Personally, I don't care that much if the burger turns out a little lopsided - that's just part of the charm. It's definitely delicious anyway.
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Ingredients
Directions
- Prepare the bacon jam in advance - store in the fridge until ready to serve.
- Fry the bacon slices in a 200°C oven until crispy - drain on paper.
- Toast the bread in a hot pan (optionally with a little melted butter).
- Form 2 balls of the minced meat - approx. 80g each.
- Place the balls in a hot frying pan (optionally with a little oil) and press the patties out thinly.
- Fry until the patties are browned and then scrape them off the pan and turn.
- Place a slice of cheese on each patty and let melt.
- Toss the burger together. Bread, mayonnaise, crisp lettuce, tomato, the fried steaks with cheese, bacon slices, bacon jam and bread.
Nutrition Facts*
| Total | Serving | 100 g | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Energy | 1088.55 kcal | 1088.55 kcal | 246 kcal |
| Carbohydrates | 49.16 g | 49.16 g | 11.11 g |
| Fat | 75.71 g | 75.71 g | 17.11 g |
| Protein | 51.11 g | 51.11 g | 11.55 g |
| Sugar | 20 g | 20 g | 4.52 g |
| Salt | 3.32 g | 3.32 g | 0.75 g |
* The nutritional information provided is approximated and calculated using the ingredients available in the database. Info will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
I am not a certified nutritionist. Please consult a professional nutritionist or doctor for accurate information and any dietary restrictions and concerns you may have.
