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Cast Iron Smash Burger — 500°F Cast Iron Temperature & Technique

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Temperature: 500°F / 260°C

Cook Time: 2-3 min per side

Overview

Cast Iron Smash Burger: 500°F (260°C) for 2-3 min per side. Method: max heat, press thin with spatula. Roll 2-3 oz balls of ground beef. Place on screaming hot cast iron. Smash immediately with heavy spatula to 1/4-inch thin. Season with salt. Do not touch for 2 min — the crust is everything. Flip once. Cheese on during last 30 seconds.

Key Details

  • Temperature: 500°F / 260°C
  • Cook Time: 2-3 min per side
  • Method: max heat, press thin with spatula
  • Roll 2-3 oz balls of ground beef. Place on screaming hot cast iron. Smash immediately with heavy spatula to 1/4-inch thin. Season with salt. Do not touch for 2 min — the crust is everything. Flip once. Cheese on during last 30 seconds.
  • A well-seasoned cast iron skillet is naturally non-stick and improves with every use

Why This Matters

  • Cast iron retains heat better than any other cookware — ideal for searing
  • The heavy mass provides even heat distribution for consistent cooking
  • Cast iron transitions seamlessly from stovetop to oven

How To

  1. 1Preheat cast iron: max heat, press thin with spatula
  2. 2Cook for 2-3 min per side
  3. 3Roll 2-3 oz balls of ground beef. Place on screaming hot cast iron. Smash immediately with heavy spatula to 1/4-inch thin. Season with salt. Do not touch for 2 min — the crust is everything. Flip once. Cheese on during last 30 seconds.
  4. 4Clean cast iron while warm with hot water and a stiff brush — avoid soap
  5. 5Re-season occasionally by rubbing with thin layer of oil and baking at 450°F for 1 hour

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Frequently Asked Questions

500°F (260°C) for 2-3 min per side. Roll 2-3 oz balls of ground beef. Place on screaming hot cast iron. Smash immediately with heavy spatula to 1/4-inch thin. Season with salt. Do not touch for 2 min — the crust is everything. Flip once. Cheese on during last 30 seconds.