Step 4 of 5 · Smash Burger at Home That Beats Takeout
Steam bun and build
Steam bun and build — step 4 of 5 in Smash Burger at Home That Beats Takeout. Remove burgers, wipe pan slightly, buns cut-side down 30 sec. Splash water, dome lid or bowl 10 sec steam.

Free food & cooking tip: Steam bun and build (step 4 of 5 from "Smash Burger at Home That Beats Takeout").
Remove burgers, wipe pan slightly, buns cut-side down 30 sec. Splash water, dome lid or bowl 10 sec steam.
Sauce both sides, pickle, onion, patty, top. Eat in 2 minutes or bun soggy.
You'll need
- Lacy crust achieved
- Cheese melted
- Buns steamed
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