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Smash burgers

From the video “SMASH BURGER RECIPE (The ONLY burger I make at home)” by Brian Lagerstrom. RecipesMD is not affiliated with Brian Lagerstrom. Steps are in our own words.

Machine-read from the video · not yet checked by a personMediumFine for a weeknight
Mild
Total time
~10 min
est.
Serves
3
Cost
~$5.45*
per serving, Ontariosave ~$10.55* vs ordering out
Difficulty
Medium
Ingredients
17

Ingredients

  • No pork

May contain gluten, dairy, egg

Read from the ingredient list. Check packaging if you have an allergy.

Ontario grocery estimate*

~$16.34*for 3 people
~$5.45*per serving

You save about ~$10.55* per serving (66% less*) than ordering it out — ~$31.66* for 3 people.

Order out = a typical Ontario burger, before delivery fees, tax and tip.

2 ingredients priced from Ontario averages · 12 predicted from typical costs · not priced: boneless beef short ribs, mayonnaise, ketchup, sriracha, yellow mustard, bread and butter pickles…

* Estimate, not a quote: predicted from the ingredient list: 2 line(s) priced from Ontario averages, the rest filled with typical costs for their type; restaurant comparison is a typical Ontario burger at ~$16, before delivery fees, tax and tip. Prices: Ontario averages (StatCan 2026-07) + RecipesMD estimates, pro-rated, staples excluded.

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Nutrition & health

Nutrition per serving1,089 kcal · 54% of 2,000Recipe makes 3 servings
Fat84 g107%
Saturated fat26 g129%
Sodium2,471 mg107%
Carbohydrate44 g16%
Fiber2.7 g10%
Total sugars16 gno daily value
Added sugars5.5 g11%
Protein41 g82%

Estimate from the ingredient list — not dietary advice. % Daily Value uses FDA reference amounts; 5% or less is low, 20% or more is high. Added sugars are counted from sweeteners and sweet sauces in the list.

Health indexTreat
  • Starting point60
  • Protein+20 of 20
  • Fiber+4 of 20
  • Saturated fat−20 of 20
  • Sodium−20 of 20
  • Added sugars (estimate)−2 of 20

RecipesMD health index — an estimate from the ingredient list, not medical or dietary advice

From 15 of 17 ingredient lines (100% of the measured weight), divided into 3 servings as stated in the video. Not counted because the video gives no amount: green leaf lettuce, butter. Source: USDA FoodData Central SR Legacy (2018-04, public domain) + 4 Branded Foods records.

Equipment

  • cutting board
  • chef's knife
  • baking sheet
  • immersion blender
  • food processor
  • kitchen scale
  • parchment paper
  • heavy-bottomed pot
  • cast iron skillet
  • bent burger spatula
  • wire cooling rack

What the video didn’t say

  • Total preparation and cooking time was not explicitly stated.
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Read from the public video by gemini-3.8-flash on 2026-10-02. Thumbnail and video are Brian Lagerstrom’s, shown through YouTube’s official embed.

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Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about Smash burgers

What makes Brian Lagerstrom's Smash burgers recipe and technique special?

Brian Lagerstrom's take on Smash burgers focuses on home kitchen precision, balancing North American flavors with an estimated under 30 minutes total preparation time. Crucial step: Skillet must be smoking hot to get a deep crust without overcooking. Every step is timestamped to the exact second in the video so you can follow along hands-free.

How much does it cost to make Smash burgers at Ontario grocery prices?

Based on Statistics Canada benchmark consumer food pricing, this Smash burgers recipe costs approximately economical home-cooked pricing per serving (yielding 3 portions). Home cooking saves an estimated 60% to 75% compared to ordering takeout at a restaurant.

Can I make Smash burgers ahead of time or store leftovers?

Yes. Leftover Smash burgers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3 to 4 days. If the recipe contains delicate leafy greens or dressed ingredients, keep the dressing separate until ready to serve to maintain crisp texture.

What substitutions can I make in Brian Lagerstrom's Smash burgers?

This recipe utilizes approximately 17 ingredients across 10 steps. For gluten-free adaptations, swap regular soy sauce or flour with tamari or cornstarch. For vegetarian adaptations, replace meat proteins with extra-firm tofu, mushrooms, or legumes while preserving the aromatics.

Where can I watch the video tutorial for Smash burgers?

The official cooking video by Brian Lagerstrom is embedded directly on RecipesMD, featuring video timeline scrubbing that jumps directly to each step, adjustable playback speeds, and Kitchen Mode.