I love food — so much so that when it comes to the topic of ultimate comfort foods, I have a few on my list that I could come up with. However, if you ask me for only one, I'd probably have to say it's a . For me, nothing beats that crispy, juicy, and perfectly balanced beef burger — whether you're having a girls' night watching movies or doing a cravings run at Shake Shack after a fun night out with friends.
It's simply one of the best comfort foods out there – ! Throughout the years, I've tried to collate the tips and tricks I've come across on achieving that mouthwatering crispy crust, and I think I have narrowed it down to this key find: a putty knife. This makes the burger patty flat, crisp, and wide – all the components of a perfect smash burger — a match made in heaven. A putty knife can create the perfect patty texture It's amazing how an unexpected tool can take a humble burger and turn it into one of the best comfort food experiences ever.
While a putty knife is better known for spreading plaster and as a tool around the house, you would be amazed at how useful it is in the kitchen. This handy tool can take your smashed beef burger to new heights, and effectively flatten and scrape the beef patty while maintaining its shape and integrity. When used correctly, the putty knife can create the perfect blend of textures.
If you want a thinner patty, press down a bit more until it spreads out more evenly. This way, you get a patty that has a wider surface area, .