Italian Sausage Smashburgers | Blackstone Griddles

Chef Leo is celebrating Burger Week with an incredible Italian Sausage Smashburger. Made with homemade Italian sausage, sautéed onions, and colorful peppers, this burger is a flavor explosion. Topped with melty mozzarella and fresh arugula, it’s a must-try for anyone craving an Italian twist on a classic!

Italian Sausage Smashburgers: https://blackstoneproducts.com/blogs/recipes/italian-sausage-smashburgers

Ingredients
1 lb ground pork
1 tbsp whole fennel seed, finely chopped
2 tbsp cayenne pepper (adjust to taste)
2 tbsp paprika
2 tsp salt
1/2 large yellow onion, thinly sliced
1/2 large red bell pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 large green bell pepper, thinly sliced
1 tbsp olive oil (or canola oil)
Salt and freshly cracked black pepper, to taste
6 slices mozzarella or provolone cheese
6 Neapolitan-style dough rounds or substitute with Italian-style rolls
Flour (for dusting dough)
1/2 cup baby arugula
1/4 cup Pecorino Romano, grated
1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Extra virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Directions
1. Prepare the Italian Sausage. In a bowl, mix ground pork with chopped fennel seeds, cayenne pepper, paprika, and salt until fully combined. Form the seasoned pork mixture into six even-sized meatballs for the smash patties.

2. Cook Peppers and Onions. Heat the griddle to medium-high. Add oil, then toss sliced yellow onion, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper with a little salt and pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes per side until softened. Move veggies to a cooler side of the griddle to keep warm.

3. Cook the Sausage Patties. Place the sausage meatballs on the hot griddle and let them sear for 20 seconds. Flip each one, then smash down to form thin patties. Cook for about 90 seconds on each side or until browned. Place a layer of the cooked peppers and onions on each patty, letting the flavors blend as they cook together.

4. Melt Cheese. Place a slice of mozzarella or provolone on top of each patty and let it melt.

5. Prepare the Buns. Dust the Neapolitan-style dough rounds with flour, stretch into small circles, and bake in a preheated oven at 450°F for about 90 seconds, until puffed and golden. Slice and drizzle with olive oil.

6. Assemble the Burgers. For each burger, layer two patties (with cheese, peppers, and onions) on a bun. Top with arugula, a sprinkle of Pecorino Romano, and a pinch of red pepper flakes if desired. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil.

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