The “smashburger” craze is fueled by the rise of a unique burger-making technique that involves smashing a ball of ground beef onto a hot griddle. This method creates a crispy, caramelized crust on the outside, while keeping the interior juicy. Check out some highlights of the smashburger trend:
Texture and Flavor: The high heat and increased surface contact create a crunchy, flavorful crust, while the inside remains tender and juicy. This contrast in textures makes smashburgers widely appealing.
Simplicity: Smashburgers focus on simplicity, showcasing high-quality beef with minimal toppings to let the natural flavors shine. Toppings include cheese, pickles, onions, and signature sauces, like our new Morrison Signature “M” Sauce.
Origins and Popularity: While it isn’t new, the smashburger technique has gained widespread popularity through national chains like Smashburger and Shake Shack, spreading to momand-pop burger shops and home cooks.
Overall, the smashburger movement reflects a shift toward appreciating high-quality ingredients and simple, effective cooking methods that enhance natural flavors.
CHEF’S TIPS
Start with fresh 4 oz. hamburger patties. Smash them with a spatula or press on high heat, maximizing surface area for a rich, crispy crust via the Maillard reaction. Top with cheese and stack either a single or double (based on guest preference) for an intense flavor explosion.
Unlike traditional burgers, smashburgers are cooked through for a crispy, craggly (caramelized) crust.
Common smashburger tools include the hamburger press, cast iron flat grill press, or a firm, large spatula.
Always toast the brioche bun to create a firm base and prevent sogginess.
To enhance flavor, prepare the sauces a day in advance.
Ensure cashiers are properly trained to accurately ring up the price for single and double patty burgers, as each has a different price point that must be correctly entered into the POS system.
all burgers served with seasoned hand-crafted fries
THE OG SMASH
sizzling smashburger, american, lettuce, tomato, red onion, pickle, “m” sauce, brioche single | double
‘OLE SMOKY
sizzling smashburger, pepper jack, bacon, pickle, cholula bbq sauce, brioche single | double
PACIFIC COAST HWY
sizzling smashburger, goat cheese, lettuce, tomato, roasted red pepper, pickled onion, avocado ranch, brioche single | double
ADD ON CRISPY ONION RINGS served with smoky cholula bbq ranch
RECIPES
The OG Smash ‘Ole Smoky Pacific Coast HWY Crispy Onion Rings
Smoky Cholula BBQ Ranch
91811.18/91811.10
91811.19/91811.12 91811.22/91811.13 765.10 34862.12 single/double
PaCKaGING
Packaging can be purchased through your Sysco DC. If you aren’t able to order through Sysco, please submit a request through Foodbuy’s BuySmart help desk.
Bagcraft Papercon 5lb Ecocraft Grease-proof Natural Kraft Food Tray | 500/case
ITEM #: 150300700NAT
Bio Tek 2lb Kraft Paper #200
6 1/2” x 3 3/4” x 2 1/4”
200 ct. box
ITEM #: RWA0354K
Bagcraft Papercon EcoCraft Interfolded Dry Wax Deli Paper 10.75” x 10” 6000/case
ITEM #: 016010
2oz Round Clear Plastic Portion Cup
2 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 1 1/4”
ITEM #: RWP0622C
Round Clear Plastic Portion Cup Lid - Fits 1.5, 2, & 2.5 oz
2 1/2” x 2 1/2” x 1/4”
ITEM #: RWP0624C
Cup Plas Trans Prtn 4oz 15/200 ct.
DIN #: 706
