Step 3: Smash & sear the patties; melt the cheese
Single burger components
- american cheese2 slices
- burger patties
Place the balls of meat on the hot griddle. Immediately smash until they are thin, a little smaller than 1/2". Let for about 30-60 seconds to let the crust to develop.
Flip the spatula upside down, scrape the burgers from the pan and then flip over the burger. Repeat for the second and third patty. Immediately place a slice of American cheese on two of the patties, then assemble the meat tower. Turn off the heat.