Filet Mignon Smash Burgers

June 12, 2025
cb16b2d3b0d7f26e44366d9b7500599bdcb83d9d360b2852ede35d59fa69a327?s=96&d=mm&r=gAuthorJake TaylorCategoryDifficultyBeginner
Yields1 Serving
Prep Time5 minsCook Time10 minsTotal Time15 mins
šŸ›’ Ingredients
 ½ lb filet scraps, minced or ground
 Salt & pepper to taste
 2 burger buns
 2 slices cheddar cheese
 butter or oil for cooking
 Optional: caramelized onions, garlic aioli, arugula
šŸ“‹ How to Make Filet Mignon Smash Burgers
1

Form beef into two loosely packed balls.

2

Heat cast iron skillet over high heat, grease lightly.

3

Place beef balls on skillet, smash flat with spatula.

4

Season, sear 2ā€“3 mins, flip, add cheese, cook 1ā€“2 mins.

5

Toast buns, stack burgers with toppings of choice.

Filet Mignon Smash Burger

Ingredients

šŸ›’ Ingredients
 ½ lb filet scraps, minced or ground
 Salt & pepper to taste
 2 burger buns
 2 slices cheddar cheese
 butter or oil for cooking
 Optional: caramelized onions, garlic aioli, arugula
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