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Homemade Smash Burger ans Homemade Fries

Homemade Smash Burger with Homemade Crispy Fries

A juicy homemade smash burger paired with crispy oven-baked fries. This high-protein, better-than-takeout meal is quick to make, satisfying, and perfect for anyone trying to enjoy comfort food while staying on track with their health goals.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 1
Course: dinner, high protien recipe, weight loss
Cuisine: American
Calories: 650
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200–250 g Ground beef Lean (90/10 preferred)
  • 1 Burger bun Whole wheat optional
  • 1 Slice cheese Cheddar or low-fat
  • Salt To taste
  • Black pepper To taste
  • 1 tsp Olive oil Or cooking spray
  • 2 Potatoes Medium, sliced into fries
  • 1 tbsp Olive oil
  • Salt To taste
  • Lettuce
  • Tomato Sliced
  • Pickles
  • Sauce Light mayo or mustard

Equipment

  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking tray or air fryer
  • Non-stick pan or skillet
  • Spatula (for smashing burger)
  • Tongs or fork
  • Measuring spoons

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven or air fryer to 200°C (400°F).
  2. Slice potatoes into fries, toss with olive oil and salt.
  3. Bake or air fry for 15–20 minutes, flipping halfway until crispy.
  4. Shape ground beef into a loose ball.
  5. Heat a pan and smash the beef into a thin patty.
  6. Cook for 2–3 minutes until crispy, then flip.
  7. Add cheese and cook for another 1–2 minutes.
  8. Toast burger bun lightly in the same pan.
  9. Assemble burger with patty and desired toppings.
  10. Serve hot with crispy fries.

Notes

  • Protein: ~35 g
  • Fat: ~25–30 g
  • Carbohydrates: ~45–55 g
Notes
  • Don’t press burger multiple times—smash once only
  • Use lean beef to keep it high-protein and lighter
  • Cook fries in a single layer for better crisp
  • Toasting the bun improves texture and flavor
  • Adjust toppings to control calories