Mushroom Smash Burgers

Inspired by techniques from NYT Cooking.

Smash burger · Mushroom · American

Meaty portobello caps are smashed and melted with tangy Cheddar under a weight until gorgeously caramelised. Fresh lettuce, tomato and classic sauces complete these hefty, satisfying mushroom sandwiches.

Prep10 min
Cook15 min
Total25 min
DifficultyEasy
Per serving667 kcal
PremiumSource of proteinVegetarian
ServingsMakes 2
Allergens (EU 14)
GlutenCrustaceansEggsFishPeanutsSoybeansMilkTree nutsCeleryMustardSesameSulphitesLupinMolluscs

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EU nutrition claims

  • Source of protein: 3.2 g protein per 100 kcal, about 13% of energy (needs ≥ 12%)

Per serving, from the nutrition table. Condition from the Annex to EU Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. How we decide

Free sugars

Sugar (daily guide)

5.5 g per serving

11 % of the 50 g daily maximum · 22 % of the ideal 25 g

Free sugars under 50 g a day, ideally about 25 g, based on WHO free-sugar guidance (not endorsed by WHO). The share shown is the share of one serving. WHO

Equipment

  • 2 large heavy (cast-iron) frying pans
  • foil
  • small bowl
  • tongs
  • lid or baking tray

Nutrition per serving (estimated values)

Per servingAmount
Energy667 kcal
Protein21.6 g
Carbohydrate41.2 g
of which sugars10.4 g
of which free sugars5.5 g
Fat47.9 g
of which saturates11 g
Fibre3.8 g
Salt3.07 g

Protein per 100 kcal

3.2 g High Protein needs ≥ 5 g (20% of energy)

Calculated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient values