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Smashburger: thin patty with crisp edges, born in 1960s diner
English Mathrubhumi's Word of the Day defines smashburger as a hamburger style where a ball of ground beef is smashed flat on a hot griddle, creating a thin patty with crispy caramelised…
The Story in Brief
English Mathrubhumi's Word of the Day defines smashburger as a hamburger style where a ball of ground beef is smashed flat on a hot griddle, creating a thin patty with crispy caramelised edges. The modern technique is traced to a 1960s diner called Dairy Cheer in Ashland, Kentucky, where a cook used a No. 10 bean can. The method maximises the Maillard reaction for flavour. Professional chefs stress the burger must be smashed within the first 30 seconds of hitting the griddle to lock in juices. The ideal fat ratio is 70/30 or 80/20 ground beef. The term has become a global fast-casual trend since the 2000s.
The Indian Opinion
The hype around smashburgers as a revolutionary food trend overlooks its humble origins as a Depression-era trick to stretch meat. The real test is whether the technique can be adapted to Indian griddles and spices, a desi smashburger with aloo or paneer? Until then, it remains a foreign curiosity.
Source: english.mathrubhumi.com
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