Description
A juicy, crispy-edged smash burger layered with sharp melted cheddar and topped with tender, buttery lobster meat. This indulgent surf-and-turf burger delivers rich beef flavor, creamy cheese, and sweet seafood in every satisfying bite.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20 blend)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 brioche burger buns
- 4 slices sharp cheddar cheese
- 1 cup cooked lobster meat, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
- 1/4 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh parsley
Instructions
- Place the chopped cooked lobster meat in a bowl. Drizzle with melted butter and sprinkle with paprika and garlic powder. Toss gently to coat and set aside.
- In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise, lemon juice, and parsley until smooth. Refrigerate until ready to use.
- Divide the ground beef into 4 equal portions (about 4 ounces each) and gently form into loose balls.
- Heat a large cast-iron skillet or griddle over high heat until very hot. Place the beef balls onto the hot surface and immediately smash them down firmly with a spatula until thin.
- Season each patty with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2–3 minutes until crispy edges form. Flip and place one slice of cheddar on each patty. Cook another 1–2 minutes until cheese melts.
- Lightly toast the brioche buns in the same skillet until golden.
- Spread lemon-parsley sauce on the bottom bun. Add the cheesy smash patty, spoon buttery lobster on top, and finish with the top bun.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Do not overwork the beef to keep patties tender.
- Ensure the skillet is very hot before smashing for crispy edges.
- Warm lobster gently over low heat to prevent it from becoming rubbery.
- Sauce can be prepared up to 2 days ahead and refrigerated.
- Store leftover components separately for best texture.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 burger
- Calories: 780
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 890 mg
- Fat: 52 g
- Saturated Fat: 22 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 25 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 42 g
- Cholesterol: 185 mg
