"The beef is smashed down on the griddle with one sturdy spatula, then you press another spatula down on the first one to really make sure the patty has full contact with the hot surface. This creates the best crispy, flavorful, browned crust, the thing that makes smash burgers better than regular burgers."
"The reason why just one spatula doesn't do the job is that the area by the handle is slightly raised, so the patty won't be smashed evenly all around. Some say the real trick to properly smashing burgers is to use a press or even a small pan, but Shake Shack's two-spatula method is fast, efficient, and doesn't require you to grab a whole other gadget."
"The best crispy smash burgers begin with a lean-to-fat ratio of 80/20, creating a flavorful and juicy yet not too rich patty."
Shake Shack's signature ShackBurgers achieve their distinctive crispy, flavorful crust through a specific two-spatula smashing technique revealed in the official cookbook by culinary director Mark Rosati. One spatula presses the beef patty onto the griddle while a second spatula presses down on the first, ensuring complete and even contact with the hot surface. This method prevents uneven smashing that occurs with a single spatula due to the raised area near the handle. The technique is fast and efficient without requiring additional equipment. Ground beef with an 80/20 lean-to-fat ratio is essential for creating flavorful, juicy patties that aren't overly rich.
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