Mushroom Swiss Smash Burgers with Truffle Sauce

Try this gourmet smash burger with sauteed mushrooms, Swiss cheese, and homemade truffle mayonnaise next time you’re in a burger mood.

Preparation Details

Prep Time: 40 mins

Cook Time: Not available

Total Time: 40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• ½ cup mayonnaise
• 2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
• ¾ teaspoon truffle oil
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh parsley
• 1 clove garlic, grated
• 1 ¼ teaspoons salt, divided
• ⅛ teaspoon plus 1/2 tsp. black pepper
• 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
• 1 (16 ounce) package sliced cremini mushrooms
• 5 sprigs thyme
• 1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
• ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
• ¼ teaspoon onion powder
• ¼ teaspoon paprika
• 1 ¼ pounds ground chuck
• 4 slices Swiss cheese
• 4 kaiser rolls, split and toasted

Steps

1. Whisk together mayonnaise, lemon juice, truffle oil, parsley, garlic, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/8 teaspoon pepper in a small bowl.
2. Melt butter in a large cast-iron skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in mushrooms and thyme sprigs; cook, stirring occasionally, until mushrooms are tender and golden brown, about 10 minutes. Discard thyme sprigs. Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt and Worcestershire sauce. Transfer mushroom mixture to a bowl; keep warm for serving. Wipe out skillet.
3. Stir together garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon each salt and pepper for the rub. Divide beef into 4 portions; gently shape into balls.
4. Heat same skillet over medium-high heat. Working in batches as needed, add meat portions to dry skillet; press down firmly with a flat spatula or grill press into 41/2-inch-diameter patties. Sprinkle evenly with rub. Cook 2 minutes per side or until well browned. Top patties with Swiss cheese and cook about 30 seconds until cheese is melted and an instant- read thermometer inserted into centers registers at least 160 degrees F (71 degrees C).
5. To assemble burgers, spread bun tops and bottoms with truffle mayo. Fill buns with patties and sautéed mushrooms.