The Italian Smash Burger: sopressata, provolone, giardiniera, and hot cherry peppers on a smashed 80/20 patty. This is the burger that makes you forget every other burger exists.
The Italian Smash Burger is what happens when you take the smashburger technique and load it with Italian deli flavors. It's bold, it's spicy, and it's absolutely worth making.
The Build
The Smash
Ripping hot Blackstone, no oil needed. Drop the ball, smash hard, season with salt, pepper, and Italian seasoning. Cook 90 seconds until the edges are lacy. Flip, add provolone, cover to melt.
Assembly
Garlic aioli on both buns. Patty with melted provolone. Layer sopressata over the hot cheese so it warms through. Top with giardiniera and hot cherry peppers.
The Flavor Profile
Salty and funky from the sopressata. Creamy and mild from the provolone. Tangy and spicy from the giardiniera. The garlic aioli ties it all together. This is a burger that demands your full attention.
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