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The Steel City Smasher

Bring the iconic American diner experience to your own grill with The Steel City Smasher. Two smash burgers made from coarsely ground beef, enhanced with our award-winning Beef or Steak Rub for unmatched savory depth. Finished with a generous dose of the legendary Steel City Secret Sauce. The unique smoky freshness of the Smokey Cucumbers completes the flavor experience. Bold, layered, and unmistakably Pittsburgh.

Build like a pro, eat like a legend.

Ingredients:

For 8-10 burgers:

  • 800g – 1.2kg coarsely ground beef
  • Grate Goods Beef or Steak Rub
  • Grate Goods Steel City Style Secret Sauce
  • Grate Goods Smokey Cucumbers
  • 4–6 brioche buns or hamburger buns
  • Cheddar cheese (2 slices per burger)
  • Lettuce & tomato

Step by step

Step 1: Season

  • Mix the ground beef with the Beef or Steak Rub (approx. 30–40g per kilogram of meat).
  • Form into balls of about 100 grams each.
  • Let the flavors absorb for a while.

Step 2: Prep

  • Slice the buns open and toast the inside until golden brown.
  • Spread the bottom half with Steel City Secret Sauce, then add lettuce and tomato.

Step 3: Smash

  • Heat a cast iron griddle or plancha until it’s blazing hot.
  • Place two beef balls on the surface and immediately smash them completely flat using a sturdy spatula.

Step 4: Flip

  • Cook until the edges are crispy and dark brown (about 60–90 seconds).
  • Flip them over and immediately place a slice of cheddar on each patty.

Step 4: Build

  • Stack two patties on top of each other and place them on the bun.

Step 4: Finish

  • Top with the Smokey Cucumbers and an extra drizzle of Steel City Secret Sauce. Finish with the top half of the bun.

TIP: This recipe contains enough for 8–10 burgers. Got rub left over? Use it next time to season a steak!

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